Colorado measles exposures expand as new cases are confirmed; Colorado Springs families see new pediatric therapy option

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Colorado Springs, CO – March 4, 2026 – State measles exposure alerts expand; a new pediatric OT clinic opens; county public health adds card fees.

Colorado public health officials have confirmed additional measles cases tied to the Denver-area and released new public exposure locations, a development that matters for Colorado Springs residents who travel for work, school activities, or medical appointments along the Front Range.

Outbreak watch: CDPHE posts new measles exposure locations tied to two cases

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) confirmed a measles case in a Broomfield County resident and published a list of locations and time windows where members of the public may have been exposed. CDPHE said the case had no known connection to earlier reported exposures and no out-of-state travel, and the agency urged people who may have been exposed to watch for symptoms and call ahead before seeking in-person medical care.

CDPHE later confirmed a second measles case in an Adams County resident and said it is the second case linked to Broomfield High School. The state again posted potential exposure locations, including certain times at Broomfield High School and specific businesses in Broomfield and Westminster. CDPHE noted that students and staff who may need additional health precautions would be contacted directly by public health and school officials.

Healthcare access: pediatric occupational therapy clinic opens in the Colorado Springs area

A new pediatric occupational therapy practice, Play for Life, has opened to serve families in the Colorado Springs region. The clinic described services focused on helping children build everyday functional skills through play-based therapy, with an emphasis on supporting families with strategies that can be continued at home.

According to published coverage, the practice is working with families on needs that can include fine-motor skills, sensory integration, routines, and related functional challenges. The clinic reported it accepts Medicaid and is pursuing additional insurance participation, alongside private-pay options.

Public health operations: El Paso County Public Health announces new card-payment fees starting March 10

El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) posted a notice that it will begin charging fees for credit or debit card purchases in its lab and for birth and death records starting March 10. The agency said it will continue to accept cash, checks, and money orders.

Sources

https://cdphe.colorado.gov/press-release/colorado-public-health-officials-confirm-measles-case-release-locations-for-potential

https://cdphe.colorado.gov/press-release/colorado-public-health-officials-confirm-measles-case-Broomfield-Westminster

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