Taiwan has recorded its first measles cases of the year.
The CDC said that two cases of measles have been diagnosed, including a 40-year-old man in New Taipei City who came into contact with an eight-month-old boy who was infected in Vietnam while visiting family in late January.
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Its early symptoms resemble a common cold, including cough, runny nose, and fever -- followed by a red rash. The CDC says the rashes typically appear about two weeks after infection.
The New Taipei City Department of Health has released the man's activity history during the contagious period and listed 526 contacts, including five living with him.
The CDC says anyone suspected of infection should wear a mask and contact the health department for treatment options.
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