Maryland Confirms 2 New Measles Cases, Warns of Possible Exposures

MDH warns of possible measles exposure in Westminster

The Maryland Department of Health confirmed an additional measles case.

Maryland confirms 2 new measles cases, warns of possible exposures

Maryland health officials have confirmed two new measles cases involving Southern Maryland residents who recently traveled out of state.

Maryland confirms 2 measles cases tied to out-of-state travel

BALTIMORE — Two Maryland residents this week have contracted measles after traveling to a part of the United States experiencing an active outbreak, prompting state health officials to warn of possible public exposure. The Maryland Department of Health said it…

2 Southern Maryland residents diagnosed with measles. Check possible exposure sites

Measles virus particle, illustration. This virus, from the Morbillivirus group of viruses, consists of an RNA (ribonucleic acid) core surrounded by an envelope studded with surface proteins haemagglutinin-neuraminidase and fusion protein, which are used to attach to and penetrate a host cell. Measles is a highly infectious itchy rash with a fever. It mainly affects children, but one attack usually gives life-long immunity.

2 more measles cases confirmed in Maryland

Two more measles cases have been recorded in Maryland in residents who recently traveled out of state, bringing the total to 11 so far this year.

Maryland Health Officials Warn of Another Measles Exposure at Carroll Hospital

The Maryland Department of Health is warning about a possible measles exposure in Carroll County after confirming a case involving a Central Maryland resident. Health officials say anyone who was in the Carroll Hospital Emergency Department waiting room in Westminster on July 21st between 2:30 and 4:45 p.m. may have been exposed to the highly contagious virus. Measles can spread through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes…