Measles Case Confirmed in Colorado After International Traveler's Visit

An international traveler in Colorado has tested positive for measles, prompting health officials to launch an investigation and notify those who may have been exposed. The last confirmed case of measles in the state was in January 2019. Measles is a highly contagious infection that can lead to severe complications, including brain damage and death. The MMR vaccine is highly effective in preventing measles, and those who have received it do not need to get vaccinated again if exposed to the virus. Measles is spread through the air and can remain airborne for up to two hours.