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Measles outbreak alert: Travelers at Virginia airports may be at risk

Measles is highly infectious, and currently causing outbreaks in many countries.

Recent Measles Alert at Virginia Airports Raises Concerns

Health officials in Virginia have issued a warning for travelers who passed through Dulles Airport or Reagan Airport on January 3rd or 4th to be on the lookout for measles. The caution comes after a patient with the highly infectious virus was identified in the vicinity of these airports. Measles, known for its high transmission rate, can easily spread through droplets expelled when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

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