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Measles exposure reported at LAX, nearby Hilton hotel after June flight
Fox News • • health
Key Points:
- A traveler infected with measles arrived at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on June 11, potentially exposing passengers at the airport and guests at the nearby Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel.
- The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating this confirmed case, which is the sixth measles infection reported in the county this year.
- Potential exposure occurred at the Tom Bradley International Terminal between 10 a.m. and noon, and at the Hilton Hotel between 11:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. on June 11; symptom monitoring is advised until July 2.
- The CDC is collaborating with local health departments to notify passengers seated near the infected traveler on Cathay Pacific Flight CX 884.
- Health officials emphasize the importance of the MMR vaccine to prevent measles, especially with increased travel and international visitors for upcoming FIFA World Cup events in the region.
