Traveler infected with measles passed through California airport

Key Points:

• A confirmed measles case involving a traveler infectious while passing through Hollywood Burbank Airport and a nearby rental car facility is under investigation by Los Angeles County health officials.
• Potential exposure occurred at Gate A4 of Hollywood Burbank Airport on June 17 between 8:45 a.m. and 9:45 a.m., and at Thrifty Rental Car Service on June 17 and 18 during specified morning hours.
• Passengers seated near the infected individual will be notified by local health departments, and those exposed are advised to monitor for measles symptoms for up to 21 days after exposure.
• This is the seventh measles case reported in Los Angeles County this year, with officials continuing to investigate and identify additional exposure locations amid increased summer travel and World Cup events.
• Measles is highly contagious and spreads through airborne particles; symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a spreading rash, with vaccinated or previously infected individuals likely protected but still advised to watch for symptoms.