ORANGE COUNTY, CA – A case of measles was confirmed Thursday by the Orange County Health Care Agency after an infant infected with the virus returned to the county following a trip abroad.

According to the OC Health Care Agency, the infant was taken to the Children’s Hospital of Orange County Emergency Department three times.

• From 12pm to 5pm, November 30th.
• Mondays from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

“The HCA has worked with Orange County Children’s Hospital to contact anyone who may have been exposed to this case and who may be at increased risk of serious outcomes, such as: B. Infants, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems,” the agency says.

Other people who may have been exposed were asked to confirm their vaccination status or possible immunization from a previous infection.

Health officials say those who are not immune are at risk of contracting measles within seven to 21 days of exposure.

“Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious illness in some people. Common symptoms include fever, rash, cough and red, watery eyes,” said Dr. Regina Chinsio-Kwong, county health officer, said in a statement. “There are potential areas of exposure during recent and upcoming vacation travel. If you are planning a trip and are not vaccinated, speak to a provider to consider getting vaccinated. It is important that those returning from travel monitor for symptoms. If a rash develops, call your doctor before coming to the doctor’s office to avoid exposing others to the measles virus. A vaccination offers the best protection.