Texas is currently dealing with a growing number of measles exposure cases, and the latest alert comes from Plano. Health officials in Collin County have confirmed that a person infected with measles visited three local stores while they were still contagious.
If you were shopping in Plano recently, especially at certain places on April 10 and 11, you may have been exposed—especially if you are unvaccinated. Measles spreads very easily, even through the air, and people can catch it hours after an infected person has left the area.
Let’s break down the details so you know how to stay safe and what to do next.
Where Was the Measles-Infected Person in Plano?
The infected person visited the following places in Plano, Texas, while they were still contagious:
- Walmart on N. Central Expressway – visited on April 10 (exact time not known)
- Ross Dress for Less on N. Central Expressway – visited on April 11, between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM
- Dollar Tree on K Avenue – visited on April 11, sometime in the evening
If you were at any of these locations during the mentioned times and are not vaccinated, you may have been exposed to measles.
Why This Is Serious: How Measles Spreads
Measles is very contagious. The virus can stay in the air or on surfaces for up to two hours after an infected person leaves. This means even if you came into the store later, you could still be at risk.
People who are unvaccinated, pregnant, or have weakened immune systems are especially at risk and should be extra careful.
Symptoms to Watch for Until April 20
Health officials have asked anyone who may have been exposed to watch for symptoms of measles through April 20. The most common symptoms include:
- Fever
- Dry cough
- Runny nose
- Sore throat
- Red, watery eyes (irritated eyes)
- White spots inside the mouth
- Blotchy red skin rash
If you start feeling unwell or notice these symptoms, do not go directly to the doctor’s office. Instead, call ahead so medical staff can prepare and prevent spreading the virus to others in the waiting area.
Measles Cases Began Earlier in 2025 in Texas
The first cases of measles in Texas this year were mostly among unvaccinated school-aged children. Several cases were linked to communities and schools that discouraged vaccinations, including some religious groups.
Because measles spreads so fast, health experts are urging everyone to get vaccinated, especially those who skipped or delayed their shots.