Measles Cases Linked to International Travel Rise in the U.S.

Health officials emphasize vaccination amid a global increase in measles infections.

A recent measles case in San Diego County involves an unimmunized infant who may have exposed others at several locations.
Maryland and Los Angeles County have also reported measles cases, linked to international travel, amid a global rise in infections.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported 23 confirmed cases of measles in the U.S. between Dec. 1 and Jan. 23, including seven direct importations by international travelers.
Public health officials stress the importance of measles vaccination, especially for international travelers, to prevent further spread of the disease.
Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash that usually starts on the face and spreads downward.