The best way to protect one's self from getting exposed to measles is to get vaccinated, according to a local epidemiologist.

A recent measles case tied to a traveler at Dulles International Airport is raising concern and serving as a reminder that ...

With Measles cases on the rise nationwide, infectious disease experts say some older adults should get vaccinated against it. Measles is a highly contagious disease that spreads through the air when ...

Maryland health officials have identified a positive case of measles in a state resident who recently traveled ...

We know there are lots of questions surrounding measles after the Maryland Department of Health confirmed one case in Howard County on Sunday, so we asked an expert.

People who are vaccinated against measles are generally safe, as two doses provide lifetime protection from the deadly virus.

Health officials in Maryland have confirmed a case of measles in a resident who had recently traveled out of the country.

Early symptoms include a fever higher than 101 degrees, a runny nose, cough and red, watery eyes. A person will experience a red rash one to four days after early symptoms.

Attention airline passengers — if you flew into Washington Dulles over the past few days, the Virginia Department of Health wants to hear from you. If you arrived at Dulles International Airport via ...

The two most important measles complications to know about are pneumonia, affecting the lungs, and brain swelling known as ...

Public health officials are urging anyone who may have been exposed to watch for symptoms — which mimic cold symptoms, plus a high fever and rash that starts as flat, red spots — until March ...

RICHMOND, Va. – Health officials are investigating a potential measles exposure case in Northern Virginia.