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Health officials have issued a warning about possible measles exposure at Chicago\u2019s O\u2019Hare International Airport. The alert has raised concerns due to the highly contagious nature of the disease.<\/p>\n

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According to authorities, an infected individual spent several hours in Terminal 1 on April 22 and 23 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. This time frame means hundreds of travelers may have been exposed.<\/p>\n

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The patient had previously received one dose of the MMR vaccine, which provides some but not full protection. Despite that, they developed symptoms including a rash that appeared on April 25.<\/p>\n

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Testing later confirmed the case as measles. The individual is now isolating at home while public health officials trace contacts and monitor for additional infections.<\/p>\n

Just days after this case was confirmed, a second measles infection was reported in the same Illinois county, adding urgency to the investigation. Officials have not yet determined if the cases are linked.<\/p>\n

Measles spreads through coughing and sneezing and can linger in the air for up to two hours. Even brief contact in enclosed spaces like airports can lead to transmission.<\/p>\n

Doctors emphasize that vaccination remains the best protection. Two doses of the MMR vaccine are about 97% effective at preventing measles. Those unsure of their vaccination status are urged to check records and, if necessary, get vaccinated.<\/p>\n

Health officials are asking anyone who was in Terminal 1 during the exposure period to watch for symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and rash. Anyone who develops signs is advised to contact a healthcare provider immediately before visiting a clinic to avoid further spread.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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