xwest+FollowMeasles Outbreak Hits US AirportsMeasles is back and making headlines—cases just popped up at Newark and Boston airports during the busiest travel season. The US hasn’t seen this many cases in over 30 years, with over 2,000 reported! Most people getting sick aren’t vaccinated, and the virus is crazy contagious (it can hang in the air for hours). If you’re traveling or have kids, double-check those vaccine records! #Health #BodyHealth #measles00Share
Courtney Williams+FollowMeasles Alert Hits Major US AirportsTraveling for the holidays just got a little more stressful—measles cases were detected at Newark and Boston Logan airports. The virus is super contagious and can linger in the air for hours. If you were at those airports recently and aren’t vaccinated, keep an eye out for symptoms like fever and rash. Officials are urging anyone who might’ve been exposed to call their doctor before heading in. Just another reason to double-check your vax status before flying! #Health #BodyHealth #measles00Share
Joel Sweeney+FollowMeasles Hits Major US Airports During HolidaysMeasles cases just popped up at Newark and Boston airports—right in the middle of holiday travel chaos. This virus is crazy contagious and can linger in the air for hours after someone coughs or sneezes. If you’re not vaccinated, you’re at risk. Health officials are scrambling to track down anyone who might’ve been exposed. Just when you thought airport stress couldn’t get worse! #Health #BodyHealth #measles20Share
Robin Long+FollowMeasles alert at RDU: What travelers need to knowA recent measles case passed through Raleigh-Durham International Airport’s Terminal 2 last week, raising concerns for anyone who was there early on Dec. 10. Even though there’s no ongoing risk at RDU, measles is extremely contagious and can linger in the air for hours. If you or your family were at Terminal 2 between 4 and 8 a.m. that day, keep an eye out for symptoms like high fever, cough, or rash through Jan. 1. This is a good reminder to double-check your MMR vaccine status—especially with cases on the rise nationwide. How do you feel about vaccination and travel safety right now? #News #RDU #Measles00Share
Chris Lyons+FollowVaccine Panel Leader Sparks Measles OutrageThe head of the U.S. vaccine panel just said measles and polio shots should be optional—even as measles cases explode past 400 across 14 states. Most of those infected weren’t vaccinated, and experts are furious, warning this could put more kids at risk. The debate’s heating up: Is it about freedom of choice, or protecting public health? Wild times for vaccine policy in America! #Health #BodyHealth #measles10Share