Measles cases are rising in the Philly region. Here’s what you need to know
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that spreads through the air. Experts say vaccination is the greatest tool in preventing an outbreak’s spread.
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MMR — the modern combination vaccine against measles, mumps and rubella — provides stronger, longer-lasting protection against measles than the stand-alone measles vaccine typically given in the U.S. in the early 1960s. (Eric Risberg/AP Photo)
This story originally appeared on 6abc.
Health officials are warning the public about potential measles exposure in several locations in Philadelphia and Montgomery County.
The locations, dates and times of potential exposure are:
10901C Bustleton Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19116
Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
1648 Huntingdon Pk., Strauss Emergency Pavilion, Meadowbrook, PA 19046
Thursday, May 16 until Friday, May 17, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
1648 Huntingdon Pk., Strauss Emergency Pavilion, Meadowbrook, PA 19046
Thursday, May 16 until Friday, May 17, 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Health officials say people who are vaccinated do not need to worry, saying the measles vaccine is “extremely effective at preventing measles.”
If you are not immunized and develop symptoms between now and June 7, you are urged to contact your doctor right away.
The early symptoms of measles are fever, runny nose, cough and puffy, red eyes, followed by a rash.
For more information about measles, visit this page at CDC.gov.
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