Italy becomes US travel risk for measles (2)

(ANSA) - Washington, April 18 - Italy has joined the list of countries at a measles risk for US travelers, the Atlanta-based Centre for Disease Control said Tuesday. The CDC urged US citizens travelling to Italy to take precautions such as making sure they had measles vaccinations; washing their hands frequently; and avoiding touching their face before washing their hands. Italy has had several measles cases recently.