It may be hard to believe in 2025, but the Philadelphia Department of Public Health and Pennsylvania Department of Health recently notified the public of a potential measles exposure in our area.

Yes, measles is very infectious and on the rise. As vaccination rates across the country continue to drop, one can quickly connect the dots of why there are more and more opportunities for people who cannot be vaccinated to be exposed to this deadly disease.

The measles vaccine is highly effective. Reach out to your Mazzoni Center health care provider if you have questions about your immunity through the patient portal or call 215-563-0658.