Overview

• The Jersey Department of Health has confirmed a measles exposure at Shakira's May 16 concert at MetLife Stadium, caused by an infectious non-New Jersey resident.
• Attendees are advised to monitor for symptoms, including fever, cough, runny nose, watery eyes, and a rash, which could appear as late as June 6.
• Health officials emphasize the importance of up-to-date MMR vaccinations to prevent measles, a highly contagious airborne virus.
• Details about the infected individual's seating location, residence, and travel to the concert remain unclear, complicating exposure tracking.
• This alert comes during a nationwide measles surge, with over 1,000 cases and multiple deaths reported in 2025, highlighting the critical need for vaccination.