Health officials announce case of measles in Manhattan; restaurant warns diners of possible exposure
MANHATTAN (WABC) -- The New York City Health Department is responding to a confirmed case of measles in Manhattan.
The person apparently visited the restaurant Norma in Hell's Kitchen on April 25 between 5-8 p.m.
The department is working to identify and notify those who may have been exposed, although there are no reports of secondary cases.
NYC Health Department spokesperson:
"The NYC Health Department is responding to a measles case in Manhattan through its robust disease surveillance and reporting system, working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed. The risk to the general public is low due to high vaccination coverage among New Yorkers and there have been no reports of secondary cases.This is a reminder of the importance of vaccination, which is the best protection against measles."
Previous to this case, there have been five confirmed measles cases in New York City in 2026, all related to international travel. The most recent case was an unvaccinated adult.
Earlier Tuesday, Nassau County announced that a child was being treated for measles.
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