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Measles Warning at O’Hare Airport
Health officials have issued an urgent warning after a measles exposure at Chicago O’Hare’s Terminal 1 on April 22–23. The infected adult, contagious at the time, had received one MMR vaccine dose but still caught the illness.
“Measles is one of the most contagious viruses known,” officials stated, noting it can linger in the air for up to two hours.
By April 25, the traveler developed a rash and began isolating.
A second measles case was later confirmed in the same Illinois county. The person sought care on April 28 and was quickly isolated.
Officials stress that measles can cause “pneumonia, brain swelling, and even death,” especially in vulnerable groups.
Anyone at O’Hare during the exposure period should check their vaccination status.
“Those who are unvaccinated or unsure of their immunity should contact a healthcare provider immediately.”
