Fourth measles case confirmed in LA county as community urged to take precautions

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Fourth measles case confirmed in LA county as community urged to take precautions
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A fourth measles case has been confirmed in Los Angeles County, with officials urging the community to take precautions. The resident recently traveled internationally and arrived at LAX on Feb. 9 and visited several public locations in LA county while infectious, according to the Officials said people who were at Terminal B on Feb.

9 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:40 p.m. may have been exposed. In addition, passengers seated near the infected traveler will be notified by their local health departments. People who visited the following locations at these dates and times may have been also exposed: Arizona authorities continue search for evidence near Nancy Guthrie's home — even canvassing in 'middle of the night': neighbors Twisted details emerge as it's revealed trans ice rink shooter was cousins with the ex-wife he murderedTaqueria El Atacor #3, 11156 1/2 Whittier Blvd, Whittier, CA 90606, February 11, 2026, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Domino’s Pizza #7857, 803 W Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, February 12, 2026, 4 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.Officials are asking those who might have been exposed to take precautions because they may be at risk of developing measles 7 to 21 days after exposure. “As measles cases increase, it is important that residents take steps to make sure they are fully protected,” Muntu Davis, MD, MPH, Los Angeles County Health Officer. “The MMR vaccine is the safest and most reliable way to prevent measles and protect yourself, your family, and your community.”He added, “Measles spreads easily and can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, brain swelling, and even death.” Officials said they “urge everyone to confirm their immunity and get the MMR vaccine if needed, especially before traveling.”The third case was reported on Feb. 2 and involved a resident who traveled internationally and visited at least one public location, the Mardi Gras Tuesday restaurant on January 24. The second case was reported on Jan. 31, followed by the first on Jan. 30. All of the cases have involved international travel, officials said.involving an international traveler who arrived in LA and visited both Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure Park, and at a restaurant at a Disney hotel in Anaheim.Measles can be spread through tiny airborne droplets that can linger in the air for hours and survive on surfaces, per the CDC. Symptoms can range from fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and a rash that typically begins on the face before spreading to the rest of the body. If symptoms appear, contact your healthcare provider immediately. Arizona authorities continue search for evidence near Nancy Guthrie's home -- even canvassing in 'middle of the night': neighbors Snoop Dogg repays Italian restaurant owners with tickets to Olympics after his credit card is declinedTrans dad shoots wife, 3 kids in horrid 'family dispute' at crowded RI hockey arena — as players and fans are seen scrambling to safety Bad Bunny and girlfriend Gabriela Berlingeri enjoy cozy dinner date in São Paulo after rekindling romanceRikki SchlottAPArizona authorities continue search for evidence near Nancy Guthrie's home -- even canvassing in 'middle of the night': neighbors

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