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Bay Area Measles Exposure Tied to Burlingame Panda Express Visit

San Mateo County Health, with Santa Clara County Public Health, announced a travel-related measles case and warned that people who visited Panda Express in Burlingame on Feb. 23–24 between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. may have been exposed. Those at risk—especially the unvaccinated, pregnant, or immunocompromised—should contact a health care provider if symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, or a spreading rash appear; stay home and call ahead before seeking care. Exposed individuals who remain symptom-free for more than 21 days after exposure are no longer at risk. Vaccination remains protective and is widely covered by insurance in California, with two measles cases confirmed in San Mateo County in 2026 (one in 2025).

via County of San Mateo, CA|

#burlingame #exposure #health

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Active TB case at Rainier Beach prompts 130 potential exposures

Public Health – Seattle & King County confirms an active TB case connected to Rainier Beach High School and is evaluating about 130 people who were exposed, with on-site TB testing; the patient is being treated and is no longer contagious, and officials emphasize that TB is less easily spread than COVID-19 or flu.

via KOMO|

#exposure #health #public-health

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Measles exposure prompts health alert for Montgomery County shoppers

A person with measles visited a Nissan dealership in Royersford and a Wawa in Limerick (Montgomery County) from Feb. 16–19, 2026. Because measles can linger in the air or on surfaces for up to two hours, the exposure window includes the visit times plus two hours after. Anyone exposed should monitor for symptoms for 21 days and contact a doctor if symptoms develop; vaccination with MMR provides protection for many adults.

via CBS News|

#exposure #health #limerick

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Are Your Dental Tools Sprouting Microplastics?

Researchers say dental products like nylon toothbrush bristles, plastic floss, and even packaging can shed microplastics, potentially affecting oral microbes, causing inflammation, or damaging DNA, but it’s unclear how much ends up in the body or if it causes health problems. Brushing and flossing remain essential, and there’s no proven nonplastic alternative yet. To limit exposure, brush and floss gently with soft bristles, replace your toothbrush every 3–4 months, keep products away from heat and sun, and spit out toothpaste instead of rinsing, though the overall risk is still uncertain.

via The New York Times|

#dental-products #exposure #floss

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Possible measles exposure linked to Bethesda office building

A Virginia resident with a confirmed measles case was in a downtown Bethesda office building at 7200 Wisconsin Ave on Feb. 10 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., potentially exposing others. Montgomery County public health officials say they have not yet received any exposure reports, but anyone in the building during that window may have been exposed; more guidance from the Disease Control Office is expected.

via WTOP|

#bethesda #exposure #health

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Metro East reports second measles case, with exposure alerts at multiple venues

IDPH confirms a second measles case in the Metro East area (Madison County), with exposure at YMCA Meyer Center (Edwardsville), Fazzi's Restaurant (Collinsville), Schnucks (Edwardsville), Walmart (Glen Carbon) and Discount Tire (Glen Carbon) on mid‑February dates. People exposed are advised to monitor for symptoms for 21 days and isolate if symptoms appear; officials say the two cases are connected to a previously reported case linked to Fort Lauderdale travel through the St. Louis area.

via KSDK|

#exposure #health #illinois

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Measles exposure prompts alerts at St. Louis airport and Collinsville church

Health officials warn of a possible measles exposure linked to a traveler at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport and a Collinsville church; the traveler, who lives in the Metro East, may have visited locations on Feb. 7–8, triggering direct notifications and guidance on vaccination and symptom monitoring as investigators identify other possible exposure sites.

via STLPR|

#airports #exposure #health

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Measles exposure alert in Fairfax County after adult case

Eight Virginians have measles in 2026, including an adult in Fairfax County who recently traveled internationally and may have exposed others. Exposure sites include Giant Food in Lorton and Inova GoHealth Urgent Care Lorton and Inova HealthPlex Lorton ER on Feb. 11–14. Health officials urge those not fully vaccinated to monitor for symptoms (rash, fever, runny nose, cough) for up to 21 days and contact their local health department; protection comes from two doses of the MMR vaccine or being born before 1957.

via WTOP|

#exposure #fairfax-county #health

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Airport measles exposure triggers public health alert in Phoenix

Maricopa County public health officials say a measles patient traveled through Sky Harbor's Terminal 4 on Jan. 29, adding to three confirmed county cases and prompting notification of travelers. Anyone who was at Terminal 4 on Jan. 29 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. should monitor for symptoms through Feb. 19, 2026. Additional exposure sites include the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa and several Gilbert locations. Measles symptoms include fever, cough, red eyes, runny nose and a blotchy rash; vaccination with the MMR vaccine is the best protection (two doses for children, at least one for adults).

via AZ Family|

#exposure #health #measles

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DC measles exposure alerts linked to rally and city venues

DC health officials warn of confirmed measles cases tied to several January locations, including the National March for Life rally, with exposures at Basilica of the National Shrine, Catholic University venues, transit hubs, Amtrak/Union Station, and Children’s National Medical Center. Attendees or those who may have been exposed should contact DC Health, monitor for symptoms for up to 21 days, and seek care with prior notice; vaccination status affects risk and susceptibility.

via WUSA9|

#dc-health #exposure #health

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Measles exposure prompts Virginia health alert tied to Reagan National Airport

Virginia health officials warn of a measles exposure linked to Reagan National Airport after a preschool-age traveler with measles went through the airport on Jan. 26 and rode a Yellow Line Metro train; the Virginia Dept. of Health also lists Heathcote Health Center exposure on Jan. 29. Officials are tracing potential exposures; people who were at these sites at the specified times should report exposures to VDH, verify their MMR vaccination status, and monitor for symptoms for 21 days; those not fully vaccinated should contact a healthcare provider. Most Virginians are protected by vaccination, and the expected illness window is through Feb 19, 2026.

via ARLnow|

#exposure #health #measles

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Maine records first measles case since 2019 tied to travel

Maine’s CDC confirms its first measles case since 2019, an adult from Penobscot County who recently traveled to a state with measles cases and was treated in Bangor. Health officials have notified facilities where exposure may have occurred and are informing those possibly exposed. Nationwide, 730 measles cases have been reported in 21 states this year, led by South Carolina. Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious illness, so people with symptoms or exposure should contact their health provider before visiting a clinic.

via Bangor Daily News|

#exposure #health #maine

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Mecklenburg Public Health Flags Measles Exposure at Two Charlotte Sites

Mecklenburg County Public Health issued a measles exposure notice for two Charlotte-area sites—Vista Auction (Jan 29–30, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.) and Lidl (Jan 30, 2–4:30 p.m.)—though the exposure isn’t linked to current county cases; residents should monitor for symptoms and contact a clinician if they develop fever, rash, or other signs, and ensure vaccination with the MMR vaccine.

via WCNC|

#charlotte #exposure #health

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Maine confirms first measles case since 2019, triggering exposure notices

Maine's CDC confirms the state's first measles case since 2019 in an adult who had recently traveled to a state with known cases. The individual was infectious Jan. 28–Feb. 5 and may have exposed people at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Bangor (Jan. 28) and Hill View Mini Barns in Etna (Jan. 28–29); anyone at those locations during those times should monitor for symptoms and seek medical advice if exposed.

via WGME|

#exposure #health #infectious-disease

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Milwaukee measles case tied to out-of-state exposure, first Wisconsin wastewater detection

A measles case in Milwaukee County is linked to an out-of-state case, with Wisconsin reporting its first measles signal in wastewater from Walworth County. Investigators say the exposure may have occurred at public locations tied to Flight WN 266 from Phoenix to Milwaukee on Jan. 29, 2026, 10:31 p.m.–12:31 a.m.; no other Walworth County exposures are known at this time. Health officials are notifying close contacts and will post updates. Vaccination with the MMR vaccine can prevent measles; individuals should check their vaccination status and contact a provider if unvaccinated or if symptoms develop, typically 10–21 days after exposure.

via channel3000.com|

#exposure #health #measles