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Health officials issued a warning after a person with measles spent time at Chicago\u2019s O\u2019Hare International Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The possible exposure took place at O\u2019Hare on April 22 and April 23<\/strong>, between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.<\/strong>, especially in Terminal 1<\/strong>, according to Illinois public health officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The warning raised concern because measles is extremely contagious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can also remain in the air for up to two hours<\/strong> after the infected person has left the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That makes airports a sensitive place for exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Large crowds, enclosed spaces, and travelers moving quickly between gates can make contact tracing difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Officials said the confirmed case involved an adult Chicago resident who had traveled internationally through O\u2019Hare. The person had received one prior dose of the measles vaccine and later developed a rash on April 25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The individual isolated at home after diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soon after, public health officials confirmed another measles case in Cook County. Authorities began monitoring contacts and looking for any possible connection between the cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Measles often begins with symptoms that can look like a common cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People may develop fever, cough, runny nose, and red or watery eyes. A rash usually appears later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health officials urge anyone who may have been exposed to watch for symptoms and contact a healthcare provider before going to a clinic or emergency room. This helps prevent possible spread to others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vaccination remains the strongest protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The CDC says one dose<\/strong> of the MMR vaccine is about 93% effective<\/strong> against measles, while two doses<\/strong> are about 97% effective<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That means vaccinated people are far less likely to become seriously ill, but no vaccine is 100% perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anyone unsure about their vaccination status should check their records or speak with a healthcare provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key message is simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not panic.
Do not ignore symptoms.
Check your vaccine history.
Call ahead before seeking medical care if measles is possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For most protected people, the risk is much lower. But because measles spreads so easily, even one case in a busy airport can trigger a serious public health response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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