Unvaccinated New Mexico Resident Dies of Suspected Measles
The patient tested positive for the infection, but state health officials could not confirm that it was the cause of death.
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 ...
Measles is one of the world's most contagious viruses. Here's what to know and how to avoid it
Measles is rarely seen in the United States, but Americans are growing more concerned about the preventable virus as cases ...
What to know about ongoing measles outbreaks, when to get vaccinated and measles symptoms
The U.S. is dealing with measles outbreaks and increasing cases in several states. Here's what to know about getting ...
Measles case in Washington raises outbreak fears amid declining vaccination rates
Although Washington state has just a single case of measles so far this year, concern is spreading that more people could contract this dangerous disease in the ...
Why This Measles Outbreak Is Different
America’s regression could change the experience of childhood. This is an edition of The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that ...
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Measles Doesn’t Just Make You Sick. It Resets Your Immune System
The good news is that existing vaccines also prevent this process. By blocking the virus from infecting the immune system in ...
RFK Jr.’s focus on vitamin A for measles worries health experts
The measles outbreak in Texas has sparked debate over the use of vitamin A, with some health experts warning it may not be ...
Who can get the measles and is the vaccine safe?
Vaccination provides long-lasting 97% protection against measles infection. Most people who have been vaccinated do not need ...
What to know about measles in children: Vaccination schedule and what measles rash looks like
Measles symptoms resemble other common childhood illnesses, but occur all together. Early symptoms include a relentless cough ...