Health officials warned of possible measles exposure at Chicago O\u2019Hare\u2019s Terminal 1 on April 22\u201323 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. An infected traveler spent several hours in the terminal; because measles is highly contagious and can linger in the air for up to two hours, many passersby could have been exposed.<\/p>\n
The individual had received one MMR dose, later developed a rash on April 25, tested positive, and is isolating. A second measles case was reported in the same Illinois county days later; officials haven\u2019t confirmed a link.<\/p>\n
If you were in Terminal 1 during those hours, monitor for symptoms for 21 days after exposure: fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a spreading rash. If symptoms appear, call a healthcare provider before showing up so they can arrange safe evaluation and reduce potential spread.<\/p>\n
Vaccination is the best protection: two MMR doses are \\~97% effective. Check your records\u2014especially for children, travelers, and anyone unsure of their status\u2014and get vaccinated if needed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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