Sunday, March 15, 2026- Health officials say a sports bar in Arvada has been linked to a growing Measles outbreak affecting nearby Broomfield. Investigators believe several people who later tested positive for measles visited the establishment while they were contagious, potentially exposing patrons and staff during a busy period.
The exposure has prompted health departments to issue warnings and encourage anyone who may have visited the bar during the identified timeframe to monitor for symptoms.
Public health authorities say measles is highly contagious and can spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Officials are now working to trace contacts and identify others who may have been exposed. Residents who were at the sports bar during the possible exposure window are being advised to check their vaccination status and watch for symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and the characteristic rash.
Local health agencies are urging vaccinations as the most effective protection against the disease. Clinics across the region are increasing availability of the measles vaccine while outreach efforts aim to limit further spread. Officials emphasize that quick identification of exposures and vaccination of those at risk will be key to containing the outbreak in the affected communities.
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