Measles vaccine generic

"Often, people are spreading the disease before they even realize they have it," Caloia said. "You may be around someone who doesn't have a rash or fever yet and they may be contagious."

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vaccine orders are down 14% in 2020-21 compared to 2019. The vaccine for measles is down 20%. 

According to a statement from the school district, the CDC has informed Louisville health officials that the area may be at risk for a measles outbreak after a recent outbreak occurred in Ohio.