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One-Year-Old Baby is NJ's First Confirmed Case of the Measles

Jersey City

The New Jersey Department of Health announced that a 1-year-old baby in Jersey City is New Jersey's first confirmed case of the measles.  According to officials, the baby - who has since recovered - was not vaccinated against the measles since vaccine is not administered until child is between 12-15 months-old.

Residents of the apartment building where the baby lives were informed of the results and alerted of potential measles exposure. 

Officials said, the last day that a person could become ill due to exposure from this case would be Feb. 7.

If you experience symptoms of measles such as: rash, high fever, cough, runny nose or red watery eyes, contact your health care provider.  

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