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Measles at LAX: What You Need to Know | Venice Beach News
A measles case linked to a traveler from Cancun who passed through LAX on July 16th could’ve exposed anyone near Gate 206 or baggage claim that night—health officials urge anyone potentially exposed to check in with their doctor. Symptoms can appear up to 21 days later, meaning the alert window runs until August 6th. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications like pneumonia or brain swelling—vaccination with the MMR shot is your best defense. This isn’t an isolated incident: over 2,000 measles cases have been reported nationwide this year, many tied to unvaccinated…
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