2 more cases of measles confirmed in Maryland
- Two Prince George's County residents were confirmed to have measles after traveling internationally, according to the Maryland Department of Health.
- These cases are not linked to a recent Howard County infection or the current outbreaks in West Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma, as reported by state health officials.
- Health officials are identifying potentially exposed individuals from locations like Washington Dulles International Airport and Metro transit, mentioning specific dates and times.
- Doctor Bill Moss from Johns Hopkins University emphasized the importance of vaccination to prevent the spread of measles outbreaks.
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Health officials say 3 confirmed measles cases are cause for caution, not panic - Maryland Matters
A baby getting a medical exam. Measles vaccinations can be given as early as 6 months, doctors say. (Photo by Ariel Skelley/Getty stock photo)Health officials have confirmed three measles cases in Maryland this month, but say it’s not time to panic about an outbreak given the state’s more than 96% vaccination rate against the highly transmissible virus. But with outbreaks occurring in other states, experts are urging Marylanders to make sure tha…
Fears of Infectious Disease Outbreak at DC Airport as More Travelers Test Positive.
Health officials are raising concerns over a potential measles outbreak at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) after two more passengers tested positive for the virus. The individuals who returned to the U.S. from overseas arrived on March 5, visiting Concourse A’s baggage claim area between 8 AM and 12:30 PM. An unrelated measles-infected passenger also visited the main terminal’s baggage claim later that day. Authorities have advised…
Measles Cases Confirmed in Prince George’s County - The Southern Maryland Chronicle
BALTIMORE, Md. — The Maryland Department of Health and Prince George’s County health officials confirmed two measles cases in Prince George’s County residents on March 20, 2025. The individuals, who traveled internationally together, are not connected to a prior Howard County case or outbreaks in New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma. Health officials are working to identify potential exposures, including notifying passengers on specific flights.The c…
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