A recent health alert has been issued after an individual infected with measles traveled through several locations in New Jersey, including Newark Liberty International Airport and various sites in Bergen County, according to officials from the New Jersey Department of Health.

The infected person arrived in New Jersey from Michigan, having traveled internationally before their journey in the U.S. Authorities caution that anyone who visited specific locations during the following times may have been exposed to the highly contagious virus and should monitor for symptoms, which may appear up to 21 days after exposure.

Locations Potentially Exposed:

- **Terminal A at Newark Liberty International Airport**: March 25, from 3:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

- **Marriott Park Ridge**: 200 Brae Boulevard, from March 25, 5 p.m. to March 27, 3:15 p.m.

- **Starbucks at 191 Kinderkamack Road**: March 26, from 6 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

- **Sean O’Casey’s Irish Pub**: Located within the Marriott Park Ridge, March 26, from 5 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

- **Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Emergency Department**: 230 E. Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, on March 27, from 6:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

- **Radiology and Laboratory Department**: Also on March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

As of the latest updates, no other measles cases have been reported in New Jersey related to this incident. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that the U.S. has seen a troubling rise in measles cases, with 378 infections documented in the last three months—marking a 32% jump compared to all of last year. This spike has led to two deaths, the first linked to measles in a decade.

In another concerning development, another individual with measles visited a Mercer County medical center last Friday, putting additional residents at risk. Earlier this month, another traveler infected with the measles took an Amtrak train from New York's Penn Station to Washington, D.C., further spreading the potential for exposure.

The measles virus is highly contagious, spreading through airborne particles from coughing and sneezing. It can linger in the air for up to two hours after an infected person has left the area and can also transmit through contact with respiratory secretions.

Symptoms of Measles Include:

- High fever

- Cough

- Runny nose

- Watery red eyes

- A distinctive rash appearing a few days after the onset of symptoms, typically starting on the face and spreading downwards.

Serious complications from measles can occur, including pneumonia and encephalitis, which can be life-threatening. Health officials are urging everyone to ensure they are vaccinated and to remain vigilant about symptoms.

Stay tuned as we continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates on public health measures and vaccination clinics in the region.