Measles Alert: Child's Case Confirmed in Buncombe County
By Marge | Published 2026-01-20T17:18:03.281Z
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Buncombe County confirms a new measles case, the sixth since December, raising public health concerns. Officials have identified two locations where potential exposure occurred, urging vigilance and vaccination.
Buncombe County -- January 20, 2026: Buncombe County health officials have issued a measles alert following confirmation of new cases, raising concerns about potential exposure at two locations. This is the sixth measles case in the county since December.Potential Exposure LocationsOne location of potential exposure is the Food Lion, 35 Westridge Market Place, Candler, Jan. 13 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.Mission Hospital Emergency Department Waiting Room, 509 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, Jan. 16 from 5:15