Contagious measles case reported in US’ Universal Studios theme park

A person with a contagious case of measles was at the theme park on July 26.

Cheng Xin/GETTY A measles-infected visitor spent 11 hours at the Universal Studios theme park, and now health officials are warning other attendees. The Los Angeles County Public Health Department issued a warning on Wednesday to visitors to the Hollywood theme park between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. on July 26. “With summer t

Universal Studios Hollywood visitors may have been exposed to measles  USA Today

Health officials in Los Angeles County said a person infected with measles visited Universal Studios Hollywood and potentially exposed others to the virus.

People who were at the theme park are urged to monitor themselves for symptoms through Aug. 16

An infected guest spent 11 hours at the park, sparking a public health warning for park visitors.

Theme parks have long been seen as a bellwether for consumer confidence. Disney’s domestic parks and cruises revenue rose 11 percent in the latest quarter.