Philly health officials warn of a potential measles exposure at the airport and 30th Street Station
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Key Points:
- A person infected with measles traveled through Philadelphia last week, potentially exposing people at several transit hubs, including Baltimore’s airport and Amtrak station.
- Health officials advise those who were at specific locations last Wednesday to check their vaccination status and watch for symptoms, especially if they are not immune to measles.
- People born before 1957, previously infected, or vaccinated with two MMR doses are considered immune and do not need to take action if exposed.
- Non-immune individuals, particularly children under one, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems, should consult a doctor promptly about vaccination and take precautions such as wearing masks indoors.
- Measles outbreaks continue in the U.S. and globally, prompting health
