A 3D graphic representation of a spherical-shaped, measles virus particle. (CDC)
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed a measles case in the county.
The health department also announced potential exposure for individuals at the following locations on these dates:
Wednesday, March 5 between 7:00 p.m. and 10:40 p.m. at LAX in the Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B).
Friday, March 7 between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.: Cloud 9 Nail Salon, 5142 N. Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91601
Monday, March 10 between 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.: Superior Grocery Store, 10683 Valley Blvd., El Monte, CA 91731
If you were at these locations during the specified times, please:
Review your immunization records to confirm protection against measles. Consult a healthcare provider about the MMR vaccine if necessary. Contact your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, an infant, have a weakened immune system, or are unimmunized.
Monitor for symptoms (fever or rash) from 7 to 21 days after exposure.
If symptoms develop, stay home and avoid public spaces. Contact a healthcare provider immediately and inform them of your exposure.
Measles is preventable and vaccination is the best way to protect ourselves and our communities.
For more information on measles and the MMR vaccine, visit ph.lacounty.gov/measles.
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