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First Measles Case Confirmed in Washington, D.C. with Multiple Exposure Sites

D.C. health officials report a confirmed measles case, alerting potential exposures on Amtrak, at Union Station, and in a local urgent care facility.

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  3. Officials Warn of Another Measles Case in DC Area

    The latest report of potential measles exposure is the third in a short time for D.C. and locations in Maryland and Virginia.

    Officials Warn of Another Measles Case in DC Area

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Updated: Mar 25th, 2025, 9:58 PM ET

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Health officials in Washington, D.C. confirmed the area's first measles case, noting potential exposures on a March Amtrak train, at Union Station, and a Medstar urgent care. The case contributes to a nationwide increase in infections, with the CDC reporting 377 cases in 2025—the highest since 2019. Individuals who were at specified locations are advised to monitor for symptoms and contact health officials, emphasizing the importance of vaccination against this highly contagious disease.

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  • A confirmed measles case in D.C. has raised concern after the infected individual potentially exposed many people on an Amtrak train and at public locations.

  • The increase in measles cases in the U.S., with 378 confirmed this year, has sparked alarm among health officials who emphasize the importance of vaccination against this highly contagious disease.

  • Health officials are urging those exposed to contact healthcare providers, especially as measles can lead to severe health complications.

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