Geisinger notifies public of a potential for measles exposure in Danville facilities

Geisinger became aware that a visitor who has since tested positive for measles was at two Geisinger facilities on Wednesday, Oct. 21. Individuals may have been exposed if they were present in the following locations during these time periods:

· Geisinger Healthplex Woodbine: Individuals were potentially exposed if they were in common areas, such as the lobby or pharmacy, between 10:50 a.m. and 1:05 p.m.

· Geisinger Medical Center's Women's Health Pavilion: Individuals were potentially exposed if they were in in this part of the hospital, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Geisinger is directly notifying patients who had appointments in these areas during the identified exposure windows.

Out of an abundance of caution, anyone else who was visiting these areas during the identified time periods should be aware of the potential exposure and monitor for symptoms. Individuals who have questions or concerns should contact their primary care physician for guidance.

People are generally considered at low risk for measles if they:

· Were born before 1957

· Have previously had measles

· Have received two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine

Anyone who has questions about their vaccination history or immunity should contact their primary care physician.

Unvaccinated people are at significantly greater risk of contracting measles following an exposure. Immunocompromised individuals may also be at increased risk, even if they have previously been vaccinated, and should contact their primary care physician for guidance.

Measles is a highly contagious respiratory illness. Symptoms typically include fever, cough, runny nose and red or watery eyes, followed by a rash that generally begins on the face and spreads to the rest of the body.

Anyone who develops symptoms consistent with measles should call their healthcare provider before going to a physician's office, urgent care clinic or emergency department. Calling ahead allows healthcare teams to take appropriate precautions to protect other patients, visitors and staff.

About Geisinger

Geisinger is among the nation's leading providers of value-based care, serving 1.2 million people in rural and urban communities across central and northeastern Pennsylvania. Founded in 1915 by philanthropist Abigail Geisinger, the nonprofit system generates $9 billion in annual revenues across more than 130 care sites - including 10 hospital campuses - and Geisinger Health Plan, with 509,000+ enrollees in commercial and government plans. Geisinger College of Health Sciences educates more than 600 medical professionals annually and conducts more than 1,600 clinical research studies. With 28,000 employees, including 1,900 employed physicians and 5,400 registered nurses, Geisinger is among Pennsylvania's largest employers with an estimated economic impact of $18 billion on the state's economy. In 2024, Geisinger joined Risant Health, a nonprofit charitable organization created to expand and accelerate value-based care across the country. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.