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Person with measles traveled through Philadelphia International Airport on Fourth of July, officials say
CBS News • • health
Key Points:
- A person with measles passed through Philadelphia International Airport on July 4, between 7:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., visiting terminals A, B, and C.
- The Philadelphia Department of Public Health advises those exposed to check their vaccination status and monitor for symptoms such as fever, runny nose, cough, red and watery eyes, and rash.
- Measles is a highly contagious viral infection spread through coughing and sneezing, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- The MMR vaccine, given in two doses during childhood, provides effective protection against measles, and adults can also receive vaccination if needed.
- Philadelphia health officials emphasize that the MMR vaccine is safe and crucial for preventing the spread of measles.
