New Jersey Confirms Another Travel-Related Measles Case

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) today announced a Somerset County resident developed measles following international travel.

As of June 5, 2024, no additional cases have been identified. Secondary cases would be expected to occur no later than June 26, 2024.

This is the second confirmed case of measles reported in NJ in 2024, the first of which was identified in Camden County in January.

In 2019, New Jersey reported a significant travel-related measles outbreak.

The NJDOH urges all residents planning to travel, regardless of destination, to ensure they are current on all routine and travel vaccinations, especially MMR vaccinations.

MMR vaccination services are generally available at travel vaccine clinics and pharmacies in the U.S.

As of June 2024, 52 countries are currently experiencing measles outbreaks, according to the U.S. CDC.