Maryland Health Officials Confirm Measles Case in Baltimore Resident Following International Travel
A case of measles has been confirmed in a resident of the Baltimore metro area who recently traveled internationally, as reported by the Maryland Department of Health. The highly contagious virus can spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes and can linger in the air for up to two hours after the person has left the area. Health officials are currently working to identify individuals who may have been exposed to the virus. Potential exposure sites include BWI Marshall Airport’s international arrivals and lower level baggage claim areas on April 12, FastMed Urgent Care on April 14 and 17, and Sinai Hospital’s emergency departments on April 17. Individuals who were present at these locations during the specified times are advised to monitor for symptoms for 21 days and verify their vaccination status. Early symptoms of measles include fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes, followed by a rash. Vaccination remains a critical measure in preventing the spread of measles, and residents are... 
