Disneyland Visitors May Have Been Exposed to Measles
Fodors Travel Guide • • health
Key Points:
- Orange County has confirmed two recent measles cases, including one involving an international traveler who visited Disneyland and surrounding areas on January 28; residents who were at these locations during that time are advised to check their immunity and monitor for symptoms.
- Another case in Orange County involved an unvaccinated toddler with no travel history, highlighting that measles can spread quickly within communities regardless of travel status, prompting health officials to urge vaccination.
- Los Angeles County reported three travel-related measles cases in the past week and has also encouraged vaccinations as travel increases and cases rise.
- Measles, declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000, has resurged due to declining immunization rates, with 588 cases confirmed by January 29,
