Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleLos Angeles County health officials have issued a public health alert after someone with measles visited Universal Studios Hollywood on Sunday, July 26, between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. Anyone present at the theme park during the specified timeframe may have been exposed to the highly contagious virus and is advised to monitor themselves for symptoms until August 16. Health officials emphasize that individuals who have previously had measles or received the recommended MMR vaccine are generally protected, but unvaccinated individuals face a significantly higher risk of infection. Dr. Muntu Davis, Los Angeles County Health Officer, urged residents to ensure they are fully protected with the MMR vaccine, which is about 97 percent effective with two doses. Individuals developing symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, or a rash should stay home, avoid public gatherings, and contact a healthcare provider before seeking medical attention; nationwide, 2,371 measles cases have been reported this year. In fullUniversal Studios Hollywood warns of measles exposure after infected guest roamed for hoursMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Measles exposure warning issued for Universal Studios Hollywood
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleLos Angeles County health officials have issued a public health alert after someone with measles visited Universal Studios Hollywood on Sunday, July 26, between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. Anyone present at the theme park during the specified timeframe may have been exposed to the highly contagious virus and is advised to monitor themselves for symptoms until August 16. Health officials emphasize that individuals who have previously had measles or received the recommended MMR vaccine are generally protected, but unvaccinated individuals face a significantly higher risk of infection. Dr. Muntu Davis, Los Angeles County Health Officer, urged residents to ensure they are fully protected with the MMR vaccine, which is about 97 percent effective with two doses. Individuals developing symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, or a rash should stay home, avoid public gatherings, and contact a healthcare provider before seeking medical attention; nationwide, 2,371 measles cases have been reported this year. In fullUniversal Studios Hollywood warns of measles exposure after infected guest roamed for hoursMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
