Vancouver-area measles cases reach seven after Salmon Creek clinic exposure

Clark County Public Health is reporting seven measles cases since July 22, including an identified public exposure window at Vancouver Clinic’s Salmon Creek 1 Clinic in Vancouver.

The exposure occurred July 17 from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Health officials say people who were at the clinic during that period may be at risk if they are unvaccinated or have not previously had measles. The identified exposure window does not mean everyone present was exposed or will become infected.

Who may be at risk

According to Clark County Public Health, all seven reported cases involve unvaccinated children. People who were at the Salmon Creek clinic during the identified four-hour period should review their vaccination history and whether they have previously had measles.

The county advises potentially exposed, at-risk people to stay home and avoid public places for 21 days. That guidance is not a blanket instruction for all Vancouver residents. It applies to people who may have been exposed and do not have established protection against measles.

Symptoms and what to do

Measles symptoms can begin with a high fever, cough, runny nose and red or watery eyes. A rash typically appears three to five days after those symptoms begin and often starts on the face before spreading. Symptoms usually begin one to three weeks after exposure.

Anyone who develops symptoms after a possible exposure should avoid contact with others and call a health-care provider before visiting a medical office. Calling ahead allows staff to make a plan that reduces the chance of exposing other patients and workers. The Washington State Department of Health identifies MMR vaccination as the best protection against measles and provides additional guidance on symptoms, exposure response and prevention.

What is known about the newer cases

A July 24 county update said six additional cases were linked to private exposures. Officials said they had not identified additional public exposure sites connected to those six cases.

The seven cases reported since July 22 should also be distinguished from the countywide total cited in that update: Clark County reported 15 measles cases across the county in 2026 as of July 24. The seven-case figure is therefore not a final outbreak count, and health officials may issue additional updates.

Residents should rely on current guidance from Clark County Public Health and the Washington State Department of Health rather than assuming they were exposed based on unverified reports. People with questions about vaccination, symptoms or a possible exposure should seek advice from public-health or medical professionals.

Sources

• Clark County Public Health — Measles Investigation
• KXL — Possible Vancouver Clinic Measles Exposure
• Washington State Department of Health — Measles Information