Maryland confirms 2 new measles cases, warns of possible exposures - WTOP
Maryland health officials have confirmed two additional cases of measles, bringing the state's total for the year to 12. Residents who visited specific locations in Southern Maryland and Westminster are being urged to monitor for symptoms and check their vaccination status.
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Measles is a highly contagious virus that can cause severe complications, making public health alerts critical for preventing further community spread.
Maryland health officials confirmed three new measles cases this week, two involving Southern Maryland residents who recently traveled to an area of the U.S. experiencing an active outbreak.
The new cases bring Maryland’s total to 12 this year. The state confirmed five cases just a week ago . Related stories Maryland confirms 5 new measles cases, bringing year’s total to 9 Measles case confirmed in Maryland resident who passed through Dulles and DC clinic Confirmed cases of measles in DC and Virginia as country faces significant resurgence
The Maryland Department of Health said Wednesday that it’s working to notify people who may have come into contact with the two infected travelers. Officials said anyone who visited the following locations during the listed times may have been exposed:
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