Measles outbreak: What are signs, symptoms of the illness
Measles can live in the air for two hours after a person who was infected leaves. Symptoms can appear seven to 14 days after coming in contact with measles, the CDC said. The measles virus causes rash, high fever, red eyes, runny nose and a cough.
Texas measles cases rise as neighboring New Mexico faces outbreak. Here’s what you need to know
Here’s what you should know about how to protect yourself against measles, as well as what’s happening in Texas and New Mexico.
Measles cases are on the rise, mostly among unvaccinated people. Know the symptoms
Cases of the vaccine-preventable illness have continued to crop up in the U.S. Here's where they are appearing.
Measles cases are rising in US as Texas outbreak grows. Should we be concerned?
Measles is spreading across the U.S., with an outbreak growing in Texas and cases reported in nearby states. Experts explain whether or not you should be concerned.
Measles cases are on the rise, including in NYC. Know the symptoms, what to do
According to the CDC, measles symptoms appear seven to 14 days after contact with the virus and typically include high fever, cough, runny nose and watery eyes. Measles rash appears three to five days after the first symptoms. Koplik's spots, tiny white spots that may appear inside the mouth two to three days after symptoms begin
Growing Texas Measles Outbreak Spreads to Second State: What to Know
The U.S. declared measles eliminated in 2000 "thanks to a very high percentage of people receiving the safe and effective measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine," the CDC said, but now U.S. coverage among children of kindergarten age is below the 95 percent coverage target.
I'm a pediatrician working in the middle of Texas's measles outbreak. Here's what I want parents to know.
Lara Johnson is the chief medical officer at Covenant Children's Hospital in Lubbock. Vaccines are 97% effective and can work even after exposure.
What are measles parties? Are they tied to Texas outbreak? What to know as cases spike
It's not confirmed that measles parties are to blame for the outbreak in West Texas. But they are as dangerous as they sound.
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Measles: Questions and answers about the virus and prevention
Measles is a highly contagious virus mostly common in school-aged children. 58 cases have been reported in Northwest Texas.
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What are your questions about measles?
The measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is 97% effective after the recommended two doses, but vaccine exemptions are increasing, raising the risk of further spread of this highly contagious ...
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New Mexico measles case confirmed amid rising number of infections in Texas
“The Texas cases highlight the importance of making sure you and your children are up-to-date on the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine.” Both Texas and New Mexico have issued a health advisory for ...
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What percent of your school district is vaccinated for measles? Find out here
A pediatrician holds a dose of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine at his practice in Northridge, Calif. (File Photo/The Associated Press) Childhood vaccination rates for illnesses such as ...