New Jersey Confirms First Measles Case of 2026, Issues Exposure Warning

10 articles · Updated · NJ.com · Apr 22

New Jersey has reported its first confirmed measles case of 2026, involving a Hudson County resident who recently traveled internationally.
Health officials warn of possible exposure at Newark Liberty Airport Terminal B on April 14 and Hackensack University Medical Center on April 17-18.
Authorities urge residents to check MMR vaccination status, as measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications, especially in unvaccinated individuals.

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