By: Richard L. Smith
The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is urging residents to be aware of potential measles exposure after an out-of-state traveler visited several locations in the state while contagious.
According to information released by NJDOH, the individual, who is not a New Jersey resident, was in the area between March 25 and March 27. 
Health officials are asking anyone who may have been at the following locations during specific timeframes to monitor for symptoms and contact a healthcare provider before seeking in-person care:
- Newark Liberty International Airport, Terminal A
March 25, 3:45 p.m.–6:15 p.m.
March 27, 2:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.(Starbucks)
- Marriott Park Ridge (300 Brae Blvd, Park Ridge)
March 25, 5:00 p.m.– March 27, 3:15 p.m.
- Starbucks, 191 Kinderkamack Rd, Park Ridge
March 26, 6:00 a.m.–8:30 a.m.
- Sean O'Casey's Irish Pub (inside Marriott Park Ridge)
March 26, 5:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m.
- Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, Paramus
Emergency Department: March 27, 6:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Radiology/Lab: March 27, 8:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Individuals potentially exposed could develop symptoms as late as April 17, 2025.
Measles symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a spreading rash that usually begins on the face. In severe cases, the virus can lead to complications like pneumonia, brain swelling, or pregnancy-related risks.
At this time, no additional cases connected to this exposure have been reported in New Jersey.
NJDOH is working closely with local health departments to identify and notify anyone who may have come into contact with the infected individual.
Measles spreads easily through the air and can linger in indoor spaces for up to two hours after an infected person has left.
Those most at risk are unvaccinated individuals or people who have never had measles before.
Health officials continue to recommend the MMR vaccine—a two-dose immunization that offers strong protection against measles, mumps, and rubella—as the best defense against this highly contagious virus.
Travelers, especially children, should be fully vaccinated before going abroad.
For more information on symptoms and vaccination guidelines, residents are encouraged to contact their healthcare providers or visit the NJDOH website.