Authorities in both jurisdictions did not immediately say the same people were involved in both incidents, but the timing and proximity of the visits suggested that was the case.
The Arlington Health Department said it acted “out of an abundance of caution” in notifying people who were at the Arlington site of the possible exposure.
Police identified the scene as the Harris Teeter store at 624B N. Glebe Rd. The possible date of exposure was listed as Monday, July 1, between noon and 4 p.m.
District health officials have outlined the possible locations and times of infection:
- CVS Pharmacy: 2226 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Tuesday, July 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- LabCorp: 2233 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Tuesday, July 2, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Arlington and Washington, DC sites are within six miles of each other.
Measles is Highly contagious Health officials in both regions say the virus can spread easily through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes.
Symptoms appear in two stages, the researchers said: The first stage usually begins seven to 10 days after infection and includes a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, a runny nose, red, watery eyes and a cough.
In the second stage, 3 to 5 days after symptoms begin, a rash begins to appear on the face and spreads.
Contagiousness begins 4 days before the rash appears and ends 4 days after the rash appears.
Those who are not vaccinated may still be at risk. According to the City of Arlington, people who may have been exposed and are at risk should watch for symptoms until July 22. And according to Washington, DC, they should watch for symptoms until July 23.
If you notice any symptoms, you should contact your health care provider immediately and self-isolate.
Officials say people should call before going to a treatment facility as a precaution.
