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Measles Alert: Traveler Exposes Englewood Hospital, No New Cases

2/17/2025

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A traveler with measles visited Englewood Hospital in New Jersey on February 9, prompting health officials to urge anyone who was there to reach out to their healthcare provider. Symptoms can develop 7-14 days post-exposure. The NJ Department of Health emphasizes the importance of MMR vaccinations to avert future outbreaks. Thankfully, no new cases have emerged as of February 14.

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A traveler with measles visited Englewood Hospital in New Jersey on February 9, prompting health officials to urge anyone who was there to reach out to their healthcare provider. Symptoms can develop 7-14 days post-exposure. The NJ Department of Health emphasizes the importance of MMR vaccinations to avert future outbreaks. Thankfully, no new cases have emerged as of February 14.