(Indianapolis, IN) - The first case of measles has been confirmed in Indiana.

According to the Indiana Department of Health, the person infected is an unvaccinated child in Allen County.

IDH officials said they’re currently trying to identify if any other measles cases have turned up in that part of the state.

Measles is highly contagious and airborne but, so far, the risk to the general public is considered low. Common symptoms include rash, fever and cough.

As of early April, there have been more than 600 confirmed cases of measles this year in the U.S.

Medical experts say measles can lead to serious illness and even death especially in young children.