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Cook County Department of Public Health warns of possible measles exposure at O'Hare, 2 stores in Niles

Cook County Health warns of a possible measles exposure at O’Hare Terminal 5 on March 24 and at two Niles stores on March 26.
Exposure times: O’Hare Terminal 5, 10:45 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; Niles locations around 9 p.m.–9:30 p.m. on March 26.
The same patient reportedly visited Endeavor Health Immediate Care Center in Mt. Prospect on March 27.
Officials urge vaccination; two-dose MMR vaccine offers about 97% protection.
County health clinics in Chicago offer walk-in vaccination and encourage registration.
Measles is highly contagious and can remain airborne for up to two hours.
Symptoms include rash, high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes.
Health officials warn about possible complications, including pneumonia, seizures, and brain damage.
Spread of misinformation cited as a factor in decreasing vaccination rates.

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