Measles Case Confirmed in Broomfield, Colorado: Public Health Alert

Denver, CO – February 28, 2026 – Public health officials in Colorado have confirmed a case of measles in a Broomfield County resident, prompting alerts for potential exposures in multiple locations across the Denver metropolitan area. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), Broomfield Public Health and Environment and Boulder County Public Health are working to identify and notify individuals who may have been exposed.

Details of the Case

The affected individual is a child who had not received the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. According to the CDPHE, the child has no known connection to recent measles exposures reported in Colorado and has not traveled outside the state. This suggests the possibility of undetected measles cases circulating within the region.

Potential Exposure Locations and Dates

Individuals who visited the following locations on the specified dates and times are advised to monitor for symptoms for 21 days after exposure:

• Broomfield High School (1 Eagle Way, Broomfield, CO 80020): February 19, February 20, and February 23, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Symptoms may develop through March 16)
• King Soopers (1150 US-287, Broomfield, CO 80020): February 19, 1 – 5 p.m.. February 21, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Symptoms may develop through March 12 and March 14, respectively)
• Petsmart Walnut Creek (10460 Town Center Dr., Westminster, CO 80021): February 22, 7:30 – 10 a.m. (Symptoms may develop through March 15)
• Efrains Mexican Restaurant (101 E. Cleveland St., Lafayette, CO 80026): February 22, 5 – 10 p.m. (Symptoms may develop through March 15)
• Advanced Urgent Care (3950 W. 144th Ave., Broomfield, CO 80023): February 24, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. (Symptoms may develop through March 17)
• UCHealth Broomfield Hospital Emergency Department (11820 Destination Dr., Broomfield, CO 80021): February 24, 2:45 – 6 p.m. (Symptoms may develop through March 17)
• CU Medicine Family Medicine Clinic (361 Centennial Pkwy #120, Louisville, CO 80027): February 25, 10:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Symptoms may develop through March 18)

Measles Symptoms and Prevention

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. Symptoms typically begin with fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes, followed by a rash that usually appears several days later, starting on the face and spreading throughout the body. The CDPHE emphasizes that vaccination is the most effective way to protect against measles.

If you have not been vaccinated against measles, you can receive the MMR vaccine up to 72 hours after exposure to potentially prevent illness. In some cases, immunoglobulin administered within six days of exposure may also be effective.

What to Do If You Suspect Exposure

If you were at any of the listed locations during the specified times and develop symptoms, it is crucial to contact your healthcare provider, urgent care center, or emergency department before going in, and inform them of potential measles exposure. This allows healthcare facilities to seize appropriate precautions to prevent further spread. The CDPHE advises that monitoring for symptoms is especially crucial for individuals who have not been vaccinated, particularly infants under one year of age.

Resources

• Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment – Measles Information
• City of Broomfield – Confirmed Measles Case