“As the region's only academic medical center and Level 1 Trauma Center, our Emergency Department is fully prepared for serious illnesses that may present at our doors. Our team acted immediately and appropriately to minimize exposure. We are working with the Department of Health and have notified those potentially exposed, offering vaccinations. The patient arrived masked and was immediately isolated at the hospital. The Department of Health was notified, per protocol, and we are continuing to monitor the situation.”

Dr. Jason Mouzakes · said date not stated · reported 2025-07-19

Albany Medical Center leadership described the hospital's protocols and actions following the arrival of a patient confirmed to have measles.