Measles exposure warning issued at Universal Studios Hollywood after confirmed case in visitor

August 6, 2026 - 21:11

Health officials are warning anyone who visited Universal Studios Hollywood late last month to watch for symptoms of measles after a confirmed case was tied to the park. The infected person was at the theme park on July 26 while still contagious, according to a public health advisory released this week.

The warning covers a broad window of time and locations within the park, though officials did not specify which attractions or shows the visitor may have used. Anyone who was at Universal Studios Hollywood on that date, especially during the afternoon and evening hours, is urged to verify their vaccination status and monitor for early signs of the illness.

Measles is highly contagious and can linger in the air for up to two hours after an infected person leaves a room. Symptoms typically appear seven to 14 days after exposure and include high fever, cough, runny nose, red watery eyes, and a telltale rash that usually starts on the face and spreads downward. People can be contagious before the rash shows up, which makes silent spread a real concern.

Health officials recommend that anyone who was at the park that day and has not been fully vaccinated, or who has a weakened immune system, contact a doctor right away if they develop symptoms. They also advise calling ahead before visiting a clinic or emergency room so that staff can isolate the patient and prevent further exposure.

The case is part of a broader uptick in measles infections across the country this year, driven largely by gaps in routine childhood vaccination. Public health experts stress that the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine, given in two doses, is highly effective and remains the best protection.