A measles outbreak has been confirmed in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, with a child being identified as the first case. The Office of Public Health said that contact tracing is underway and people who may have been exposed are being contacted.
The outbreak involves an unvaccinated child who lives in the county, and it’s possible that members of the public were exposed at several locations between February 25-26, 2025, including China Airlines Airport Shuttle Bus, True North Pediatrics Associates of Plymouth, and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia King of Prussia Campus.
Health officials are urging everyone to get vaccinated against measles if they haven’t done so already. The measles vaccine is safe and highly effective at preventing the disease.
Measles can be transmitted through coughing and sneezing, and symptoms typically begin with a fever, followed by a cough, runny nose, and watery eyes. A flat red spotted rash appears after 7-14 days of exposure.
People who meet certain criteria, such as having low vaccine coverage or being immune-compromised, should consult their primary healthcare provider about the best way to protect themselves from measles.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people get two doses of MMR vaccine to prevent measles. The outbreak is under investigation by local health officials, who are working to identify anyone who may have been exposed.
Source: https://6abc.com/post/measles-confirmed-unvaccinated-montgomery-county-child-members-public-may-have-been-exposed/15969940