Press Release

Colorado public health officials confirm measles case, release locations for potential exposures in Boulder and Denver

Denver (June 13, 2025) — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Boulder County Public Health, and the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment have confirmed a case of measles in a Boulder County resident and are notifying members of the public of additional areas for potential measles exposures. The fully vaccinated adult recently traveled to Europe, where there are a large number of measles cases.

Colorado public health lab completes next step in data review; review found no evidence of risk to the public’s health

DENVER (June 13, 2025) –  The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has completed another portion of the review of data produced by its chemistry laboratory from 2018 to 2024 for certain contaminants of concern. This follows the discovery of quality control irregularities last year, and a subsequent thorough review of historical data out of an abundance of caution. The review found no evidence of risk to the public’s health.

Colorado public health officials release additional location for potential measles exposure

Denver (June 2, 2025) — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and El Paso County Public Health are notifying members of the public of an additional location for potential measles exposure as they have identified a third El Paso County resident who has tested positive for measles. The vaccinated adult was at Denver International Airport on Wednesday, May 14. The individual is recovering at home.