Measles Exposure Alert Issued for San Leandro Restaurant

Health officials urge anyone who visited Sons of Liberty Alehouse on March 9 to contact their healthcare provider if they belong to vulnerable groups.

A person with measles dined at the Sons of Liberty Alehouse in San Leandro, CA, on March 9, potentially exposing visitors to the virus.
Health officials advise pregnant women, infants under 11 months, unvaccinated individuals, those with weakened immune systems, and healthcare or childcare workers to seek medical advice.
Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash, appearing one to three weeks after exposure.
The CDC reports a nationwide increase in measles cases, with 35 cases in 15 states by early March and four cases in California.
The measles virus is highly contagious and can remain in the air for up to two hours after the infected person leaves.