A New Jersey resident with measles recently took public transit through North Jersey and New York City, prompting authorities to issue a warning to residents. The individual was in close contact with a non-New Jersey resident who had the virus, and the state is advising people who traveled on certain routes between August 13-15, 2025, to be aware of potential exposure.
According to the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), anyone who suspects an exposure or illness should call their local health department before visiting a medical office. The state has reported that more than 94% of people with measles in a recent Texas outbreak were unvaccinated.
Measles symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, watery red eyes, and a rash that appears after three to five days. If left untreated, the virus can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia and encephalitis. The state is encouraging all residents to stay up-to-date on routine vaccinations, including MMR shots.
New Jersey’s vaccination level recently dropped to 92%, which is below the recommended threshold of 95% for preventing measles spread. Nationally, measles cases have soared to their highest levels reported since 1992, with the virus spreading easily through the air when someone coughs or sneezes.
Source: https://patch.com/new-jersey/hoboken/person-measles-took-train-through-hoboken-bayonne-jersey-city-state-nj