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Measles Alert: Disneyland Visitor Sparks Contagion Concerns

2/8/2026

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California health officials confirmed a contagious measles case in an international traveler who visited Disneyland on January 28.
The traveler also visited Los Angeles International Airport and Orange County locations.
Health authorities are contacting Disneyland employees who may have been exposed as the outbreak risk rises after a second case.
Officials urge vaccination for those unprotected because symptoms may appear 7–21 days after exposure, including fever, cough, and rash.

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California health officials confirmed a contagious measles case in an international traveler who visited Disneyland on January 28.
The traveler also visited Los Angeles International Airport and Orange County locations.
Health authorities are contacting Disneyland employees who may have been exposed as the outbreak risk rises after a second case.
Officials urge vaccination for those unprotected because symptoms may appear 7–21 days after exposure, including fever, cough, and rash.