By Townhall Chicago News Staff
A DuPage County resident who had been vaccinated against measles tested positive for the virus after international travel through O’Hare International Airport, according to health officials.
Officials warned that other travelers who passed through O’Hare around the same time may have been exposed. Specific terminal locations and exposure dates had not been released as of the warning.
Health officials urged travelers who were at O’Hare during the exposure window to monitor themselves for measles symptoms, which can include fever, cough and a rash.
Measles infections in vaccinated individuals, known as breakthrough cases, can still occur, though vaccination significantly lowers the risk of severe illness.
Health officials did not identify the specific lead agency investigating the exposure in initial public statements. Additional details on affected flights and terminals were expected to follow.
