New Measles Case Confirmed in Traveler Passing Through LAX
Public health officials in Los Angeles County have confirmed a new case of measles in a traveler who passed through LAX on July 3. Potential exposure sites include the Tom Bradley International Terminal (Gate 155 between 3-4 p.m.), an LAX…
Los Angeles, CA, July 8, 2026 —
Public health officials in Los Angeles County have confirmed a new case of measles involving a traveler who passed through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on July 3.
The individual’s itinerary included potential exposure at several locations within the airport and on a shuttle service. Specific areas of concern include the Tom Bradley International Terminal, particularly near Gate 155, where the traveler was present between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. on July 3.
Additionally, a Hertz Car Rental Shuttle servicing LAX is identified as a potential exposure site, with the traveler aboard between 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on the same day. The individual also visited an unspecified healthcare facility, which is also considered a potential exposure location.
Measles is a highly contagious viral illness. Symptoms typically manifest between one to three weeks after exposure to the virus. Health authorities are advising individuals who may have been in the identified locations during the specified times to monitor for symptoms.
The recommended measure for protection against measles is the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Public health officials are working to identify and notify individuals who may have been exposed.
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