Person with Measles Visited Boston

A person with measles visited Boston from June 7 to June 8, potentially exposing individuals at locations such as the Westin Boston Seaport District Hotel and Logan Airport. The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) and Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) are actively working to identify and notify those who may have been exposed to the virus. Unvaccinated individuals should contact healthcare providers urgently and avoid public spaces while monitoring for symptoms for 21 days. Measles vaccination is highly effective, with 94% of Suffolk County children fully vaccinated according to DPH data. Dr.

Bisola Ojikutu, Boston's Public Health Commissioner, stresses the importance of the MMR vaccine for protecting both individuals and communities. The highly contagious virus spreads through respiratory droplets and can linger on surfaces, making vaccination essential. BPHC and DPH are prepared for potential exposures and encourage all individuals to verify their vaccination status. For more information, residents can visit boston. gov/measles.