In New Jersey, health officials have confirmed two additional cases of measles linked to a Bergen County resident who recently traveled internationally. The initial case was reported on Feb. 14 in an unvaccinated person, with potential exposures at multiple healthcare facilities. Two more cases were identified, both involving close contacts with the original patient. The infected individuals were all unvaccinated and under quarantine to prevent further spread.
The state health department is working to track possible exposures and notify those who may have come into contact with the infected patients. Residents are urged to check their vaccination records, especially for the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine, which provides protection against the highly contagious virus. The outbreak in New Jersey is part of a larger surge in measles cases across the United States, with a recent death reported in rural West Texas due to the preventable disease.
The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a total of 93 measles cases in multiple states, underscoring the importance of vaccination to prevent the spread of the virus. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to severe complications, including pneumonia and encephalitis. Health officials are emphasizing the need for up-to-date vaccinations to protect individuals from this potentially deadly disease.
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