3rd child with measles in Virginia visited health care facilities in Woodbridge, Falls Church
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Key Points:
- A young child in Northern Virginia has tested positive for measles after international travel, marking the third case in the state this month, with all cases involving children aged 4 or younger.
- The latest case is unrelated to a previous one reported on January 11, and the child visited multiple healthcare centers in Northern Virginia, potentially exposing others to the highly contagious illness.
- Exposure sites include PM Pediatric Urgent Care in Woodbridge and several locations at Inova facilities in Falls Church between January 13 and January 18.
- Virginia health officials advise those potentially exposed to check their vaccination status and monitor for symptoms such as fever, cough, and rash for 21 days, recommending isolation and contacting healthcare providers if symptoms develop.
