Orange County Reports Second Measles Case of 2026

Health officials in Orange County have confirmed another case of measles for 2026. This incident involves an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport and visited Disneyland last week.

A news release from the OC Health Care Agency, issued on Saturday, stated that the California Department of Public Health informed them that this traveler made their way to Orange County on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The public may have been exposed during visits to Goofy’s Kitchen at the Disneyland Hotel between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park from 12:30 p.m. until park closing that day.

“Individuals who were in these locations during the specified times could be at risk for measles anywhere from 7 to 21 days post-exposure,” noted the release.

Other Disneyland guests have been encouraged to follow several recommendations from health officials, including:

• Checking their immunity status regarding the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine with their healthcare provider.
• Consulting a healthcare provider about options for vaccination or receiving immune globulin if the exposure occurred within the last week. Immunoglobulin is particularly advised for infants under 12 months, pregnant individuals lacking immunity, or those with weakened immune systems.
• Monitoring for fever or unexplained rashes between a week and three weeks after potential exposure. If any symptoms appear, individuals are urged to reach out to their healthcare provider promptly.
• Contacting their medical provider if they suspect measles to help prevent further spread.

According to health officials, the HCA Communicable Disease Control Division is coordinating with Disneyland management to inform any employees who might have been exposed, alongside Los Angeles County and LAX officials.

“Measles isn’t just a concern for international travelers—anyone lacking protection is at risk,” stated Deputy County Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis. “Given how infectious measles is, it can move rapidly through communities, even among those who have not traveled. Getting vaccinated beforehand is the most effective way to safeguard yourself and your family.”

Officials emphasized that measles is a highly contagious viral illness that spreads through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes, and it can also transmit through direct contact with infected droplets.

Initial symptoms may include fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes, which are then usually followed by a rash starting on the face and spreading to the rest of the body. Unvaccinated individuals face a high risk of experiencing symptoms 7 to 21 days after exposure. Health officials reiterated that measles is preventable with two doses of the MMR vaccine; anyone fully vaccinated is viewed as protected.

Earlier in the week, Orange County had reported its first measles case of 2026 involving a young adult who recently traveled internationally.