Measles exposure reported at SF Bay Area

Dept. urges diners within timeframe to contact doctor: unvaccinated, unsure of status, pregnant, immunocompromised, healthcare/childcare workers, parents with infants.

CDC warns of rising measles cases in 2024, surpassing 2023. 58 cases so far, mainly linked to international travel, with 93% unvaccinated.

4 cases reported this year in CA, up from 4 last year. Previous spike in 2015: 131 cases linked to Disneyland. Health alert: child exposed UC Davis. 2 cases confirmed in March.

Measles spreads via cough, sneeze, or breath; contagious, 90% risk for close contacts. Symptoms: fever, cough, runny nose, conjunctivitis, rash. MMR vaccine offers 97% protection with two doses.

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