West Virginia confirms first measles case since 2009 in an adult patient in Monongalia County.

West Virginia confirms its first measles case since 2009, with an adult patient in Monongalia County testing positive for the virus. The patient had recently traveled abroad and developed symptoms, seeking medical treatment at WVU Medicine. The Monongalia County Health Department is working with the hospital to identify people who came into contact with the patient. Measles, a highly contagious disease, can cause severe complications.