Health officials are warning about another round of potential measles exposures in South Dakota.
The Department of Health said Wednesday an adult Grant County resident visited several places in Milbank and Brookings while infected with the measles in late January.
The times and locations of potential exposures include:
- Milbank VFW Bar
205 S 3rd St, Milbank, SD | Jan. 30, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. CT - Sly’s Steakhouse
1012 S Dakota St, Milbank, SD | Jan. 30, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. CT - Wrestling Tournament at Brookings High School
530 Elm Ave, Brookings, SD | Jan. 31, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT - Ice Hockey Game at Larsen Ice Center
924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD | Jan. 31, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. CT - Pints & Quarts
313 Main Ave, Brookings, SD | Jan. 31, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. CT
Health officials are asking anyone who might have been at those locations at those times to monitor for symptoms for 21 days after exposure.
“As South Dakotans, it is our personal responsibility to help prevent the spread of measles in our state,” said Dr. Joshua Clayton, state epidemiologist. “Following DOH guidance after a known exposure to measles is crucial. Knowing your immune status, monitoring for symptoms, and staying home if you feel sick are critical steps to protect yourself, your family, and your community.”
Measles symptoms appear in two stages, according to the Department of Health. In the first stage, the individual may have a runny nose, cough, and a slight fever. The eyes may become reddened and sensitive to light while the fever consistently rises each day. The second stage begins on the third to seventh day and consists of a temperature of 103-105°F, and a red blotchy rash lasting four to seven days. The rash usually begins on the face and then spreads over the entire body.
The department said the best way to avoid the virus is through vaccination.
This latest warning comes weeks after the Department of Health warned of a measles exposure risk at a Milbank elementary school.
