Measles Outbreak: What you need to know

By InovaNewsroom | March 10, 2025

With recent measles outbreaks across the country, Inova remains committed to protecting the health and safety of our community. Measles is a highly contagious illness that spreads through the air and can cause serious illness, especially in young children, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems. The best way to protect yourself and others is by getting vaccinated against measles.

How to know if you’re protected? 

You are immune if you were: 

  • Born before 1957 OR 
  • Have received measles vaccination according to CDC guidelines OR 
  • Have an antibody test confirming immunity to measles  

If you’re unsure of your immune status, please contact your healthcare provider about the next steps.  

What to do if you’re exposed or have symptoms? 

If you’ve been exposed or have symptoms, please contact your healthcare provider right away. 

 Symptoms of measles typically appear 7-14 days after exposure and include: 

  • High fever 
  • Cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes 
  • Small white spots inside cheeks 
  • A skin rash that spreads 

Thank you for taking this important step to protect yourself and our community. For more details on measles and immunity, visit the CDC website. 

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14 Comments

  1. Sandra on March 11, 2025 at 7:17 pm

    Gracias por comunicar

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    • Barbara on March 19, 2025 at 10:30 am

      I love Inova keeps you updated on health problems. At my age you aren’t thinking of these type of illnesses. I do have a weakened immune system and appreciate reminders of things I don’t know or think about.

      Thank you.

      Reply
  2. Rosa on March 13, 2025 at 3:04 pm

    Ya tengo mis vaccination

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  3. Gwen on March 13, 2025 at 7:14 pm

    I appreciate this information.
    I would like to make sure my family is vaccinated.
    Thank you.

    Reply
  4. Rebecca on March 17, 2025 at 5:45 pm

    Thank you. Very helpful.

    Reply
  5. jyoti on March 17, 2025 at 9:53 pm

    Thanks for informing

    Reply
  6. Aline on March 17, 2025 at 10:09 pm

    I am grateful for the information.

    Reply
  7. Marco on March 19, 2025 at 12:53 pm

    This is good information. I want to get a shot but was told to get a test first. I have come in and am waiting for the results.

    Reply
  8. Ed on March 19, 2025 at 2:30 pm

    I was unaware of the “born before 1957” exception

    Reply
  9. Blanca on March 20, 2025 at 4:04 pm

    Thank you for taking good care of us.

    Reply
  10. Edith on March 21, 2025 at 11:23 am

    Gracias por tan valuable información

    Reply
  11. Della on March 21, 2025 at 8:56 pm

    Thanks for the update and hopefully it will not get to our community.

    Reply
  12. Kenneth on March 22, 2025 at 12:58 pm

    Thank you for the update on the measles outbreak. It’s good that you’re keeping me informed about this.

    Reply
  13. Kim on March 24, 2025 at 2:56 pm

    First time I’ve been happy about being born before 1957!

    Reply

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