Important Message: Measles

Governor Jay Inslee has issued a public health emergency in response to confirmed cases of the measles.  As of January 29, 2019, cases have been reported in Clark County and King County.

Fife School District is in contact with Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department (TPCHD) as they are monitoring the situation.  Our health services team has been working on the status of immunizations of our students.  We will take direction from the the health department should there be any actions deemed necessary.

Below are some links about Measles for your information.

• Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department - Measles Immunizations for children
• TPCHD - Measles Information
  
• Washington State Dept of Health – Measles in Washington
  
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Measles (Rubeola)