UPDATE: Health Officials Confirm Multiple Measles Cases in St. Mary's County; Possible Exposure at Three Locations Announced - Southern Maryland News Net

What the report says

Southern Maryland News Net reported that the Maryland Department of Health confirmed two measles cases on July 22, 2026, involving Southern Maryland residents who had recently traveled out of state to an area with an active outbreak. Health officials said they were contacting people who may have been exposed and would not release further patient details because of privacy rules.

The state identified three possible exposure locations in St. Mary’s County: J&R Feeds LLC in Mechanicsville from July 16 through July 21; MedStar Health Urgent Care in Charlotte Hall on July 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.; and MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Emergency Room in Leonardtown on July 21 from 11 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. People who were at those sites during the listed periods were advised to watch for symptoms for 21 days, especially if they are not fully vaccinated or otherwise immune.

According to the reported health guidance, measles spreads through the air and can linger after an infected person leaves. Early symptoms can include fever above 101 degrees, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes, followed by a rash that typically begins on the face. Officials urged symptomatic people to avoid public settings and call a health care provider before arriving at a clinic or emergency department.

The article said Maryland has confirmed 11 measles cases in 2026, including these two. It also noted broader regional and national concern about measles activity, while state officials recommended eligible residents confirm their MMR vaccination status or contact a provider or local health department about next steps after possible exposure.