What to know about measles, symptoms and the MMR vaccine
What to Know About the Texas Measles Outbreak: Cases, Vaccinations, Response
Here are other key things to know about measles and the current outbreak. What Is Measles? Measles is a highly contagious, airborne disease able to infect up to 90% of people who
Texas measles outbreak grows to nearly 200 cases; neighboring state reports dozens of illnesses
In addition to Texas and New Mexico, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have confirmed measles cases in Alaska, California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, New York City, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Washington, though the majority are in Texas and New Mexico.
Gov. Greg Abbott, RFK Jr. slow to push measles vaccine as Texas outbreak spreads
Kennedy said vaccines can protect children and contribute to community immunity, but the decision should still be parents'. Abbott hasn't mentioned them.
Lubbock Public Health hosts measles vaccine clinics this week amid growing Texas outbreak
Lubbock Public Health will be hosting a free MMR vaccine clinic as cases continue to rise and Texas reporting its first death in Lubbock last week.
MMR vaccine: What does it protect against other than measles?
The vaccine is the only way to prevent measles, but it also prevents other illnesses. The other “M” stands for mumps, and the “R” stands for rubella. Children can also get an MMRV vaccine, which adds protection against varicella, better known as chickenpox.
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Do you need a measles vaccine booster? What to know as a Texas outbreak spreads
The Texas health department has reported at least ... normally given as part of the combination measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, is highly effective and safe. Most people have protection ...
A perfect measles’ storm: Vaccine skepticism and failed leadership broke public trust
The U.S. can restore confidence in its public health institutions and those who represent them if it responds decisively in situations like the Texas measles outbreak.
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Measles: When to Get the MMR Vaccine, and Do You Need a Booster?
If you've already been vaccinated for measles, do you need to get a booster now that it's spreading in the US?
Your questions on measles, symptoms and the MMR vaccine, answered by experts
A recent outbreak of measles is prompting questions about the life-threatening disease and how to prevent it. Here's what to know.
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United, Market Street pharmacies to offer MRR vaccine amid growing Texas measles cases
mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine to children and adults. Others are reading:What is measles? What you need to know about growing number of cases in Texas, New Mexico This comes after Texas has ...
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Health officials encourage travelers to get MMR vaccine as measles cases spread nationwide
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued new travel guidance amid a growing measles outbreak just in time for spring break.
RFK Jr: MMR vaccine protects from measles. What's the vaccine rate in NY?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime vaccine skeptic, seemingly reversed course and touted benefits of MMR vaccine amid deadly Texas measles outbreak.