Did you think you were going to get through the week without hearing about a deadly disease making it's way through Idaho?

That part, we don't know, exactly. What we do know, however, is a confirmed case of the measles has been discovered here in Idaho, and it ain't something to play with.

Specifically, in Kootenai County, Idaho, where an unvaccinated child has been confirmed to have a case of the measles.

Should we even worry? Is the measles even that dangerous? Yes, according to Dr. Christine Hahn with the Idaho Department of Health and Wellness:

It can make people quite sick in about 1 to 5 or so. People might end up in the hospital with it.

If you're worried you or someone in your home has contracted the measles, contact your healthcare provider now.

How do you even know if you've contracted the measles? Wel, those little red bumps are a pretty sure-fire giveaway, but they're not the only symptoms.

Trust us, you really really don't want the measles. You're going to be covered in red spots, you're going to feel like absolute doodoo, and you're going to need medical attention.

You'll defintely want to be on the lookout for the following symptoms, and act sooner than later if they pop up: