CBS News The New York City Department of Health has confirmed two adult cases of measles.
The DOH says it is investigating measles exposures at unnamed restaurants on the Lower East Side and in SoHo.
The agency said it is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed.
“Measles is a very serious, extremely contagious virus, but we are very lucky to have a vaccine that is extremely effective in preventing infection and preventing spread of measles,” Acting Health Commissioner Dr. Michelle Morse said.
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