3 measles cases confirmed by Maryland health officials in April

Key Points:

• Maryland has reported its second and third measles cases of 2026, involving Baltimore-area residents who recently traveled out of state to areas with active outbreaks; exposure sources remain unclear.
• The Maryland Department of Health is investigating potential exposure sites in Anne Arundel County, including several grocery stores, healthcare facilities, and cafes visited by the patients during specific dates in April.
• Health officials emphasize that unvaccinated individuals are at higher risk and recommend vaccination, noting that measles can linger in the air for up to two hours and spread through contaminated surfaces.
• Maryland has reported three measles cases so far in 2026, matching last year's total, while nearby Virginia has seen a rise to 20 cases this year, mostly in Northern Virginia.
• Symptoms to watch for include fever, runny nose, cough, red watery eyes, and a red rash; exposed individuals should monitor symptoms for 21 days and contact healthcare providers before visiting facilities if measles is suspected.