Measles News in New Jersey and the UK

Apr 23, 2026, 02:19

Introduction

Health workers in New Jersey and the UK have a warning. A traveler has measles. Also, many people in England have this sickness in 2026.

Main Body

A person had measles at Newark Airport on April 14. They were at Terminal B from 5:30 to 9:00. This person also went to Hackensack University Medical Center on April 18. Measles is a sickness. It moves through the air. It causes a high fever, a cough, and red spots on the skin. No other people are sick yet. In the UK, 235 people have measles this year. Doctors say this happens because fewer people get the vaccine. The MMR vaccine stops this sickness.

Conclusion

Doctors are watching people in New Jersey. They want more people to get the vaccine to stop the sickness.

Vocabulary Learning

fever

A high body temperature, often from being sick發燒

Example:He has a fever and needs to rest.

sickness

An illness or disease疾病

Example:She stayed home because of a sickness.

vaccine

A medicine that helps prevent a disease疫苗

Example:The doctor gave her a vaccine for the flu.

warning

A message that tells people about possible danger警告

Example:The teacher gave a warning about the storm.

watch

To look at something carefully to see what happens觀察

Example:The nurse will watch the patient all night.