April 10, 2025 Conway, AR— The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is reporting a second confirmed pediatric measles case in an unvaccinated Arkansas resident from Faulkner County. The individual who tested positive was exposed during out of state travel. Measles is a highly contagious illness that can cause severe health complications. Symptoms include fever, cough, runny […]
Young unvaccinated Saline County measles patient is the 1st case in Arkansas since 2018
April 10, 2025 Benton, AR—The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is reporting a confirmed pediatric measles case in an unvaccinated Arkansas resident from Saline County. The individual who tested positive was exposed during out of state travel. As of April 10, 2025, this is the only measles case in Arkansas since 2018. Measles is a […]
Governor announces more people eligible for vaccine; toll-free appointment helpline
Governor Asa Hutchinson announced Monday that the Arkansas Department of Health is opening vaccinations to all remaining categories in Phase 1-B. “Thanks to doctors, nurses, and pharmacies around the state, our vaccination program is running strong,” Hutchinson said. “We are seeing an encouraging drop in the number of new cases, active cases, and hospitalizations. Secretary […]