Health officials issued a warning April 22 about possible measles exposures across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut after New York health officials expressed concern over residents who may have come into contact with two infected European tourists, according to CBS News.
The tourists visited a Jehovah's Witness facility in New York City April 15 before stopping at a second facility in suburban Tuxedo Park and Patterson, N.Y.
Measles symptoms include a fever, rash, cough, conjunctivitis or runny nose. Symptoms typically appear 10 to 12 days after exposure.
Health officials are advising potentially exposed individuals with measles symptoms to contact their healthcare provider, local clinic or emergency department before going for care to prevent disease spread.
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