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Measles Case in RI: Airport Exposure Alert Issued
23 Apr
Summary
- A man in his 40s from Rhode Island was diagnosed with measles.
- He traveled internationally and had a layover at Boston Logan Airport.
- Measles exposure possible for travelers in Terminal C on April 14.
A measles case has been confirmed in a man in his 40s residing in Providence County, Rhode Island. The individual recently returned from international travel, with a layover at Boston Logan Airport's Terminal C on April 14, shortly after midnight. Health officials are warning travelers who were in Terminal C between midnight and 2:30 a.m. on April 14 of potential exposure to the highly contagious disease.
This individual is currently recovering at home in Rhode Island. Health authorities have stated there are no other known exposure points in Boston at this time. The man also visited a bakery in western Providence on April 15 between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., potentially exposing other patrons.
Health officials emphasize the importance of the measles vaccine (MMR), noting its 97% effectiveness. As of last week, the US had reported 1,748 confirmed measles cases in 2026. Unvaccinated individuals who may have been exposed are urged to contact their healthcare provider immediately and quarantine at home.
