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Measles - Wikipedia
Measles (probably from Middle Dutch or Middle High German masel (e), meaning "blemish, blood blister ") [11][12] is a highly contagious, vaccine-preventable infectious disease caused by measles virus. [3] [5] Other names include morbilli, rubeola, 9-day measles, red measles, and English measles. [1][3]
Measles (Rubeola) | Measles (Rubeola) | CDC
Measles is a highly contagious, vaccine-preventable infectious disease caused by measles virus.
Measles: Rash, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention
Measles is a highly contagious disease that causes a high fever, rash, cough and red eyes. It can lead to life-threatening complications, like brain inflammation.
Measles - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
A vaccine can prevent measles infection. Most people recover from measles in about 10 days. It usually doesn't cause long-term medical issues. But measles can be serious and even deadly. This is especially true for children younger than age 5 and people with severely weakened immune systems.
Measles: Symptoms and Treatment - Measles Vaccine
Learn about measles symptoms and treatment, how the disease spreads, and steps you can take to prevent infection.
Measles FAQ: What It Is, How It Spreads, and How to Avoid It
Protect your family from measles. Learn about the symptoms, transmission methods, and preventative measures against measles.
Measles | Cause, Symptoms, & Vaccination | Britannica
Measles is a contagious viral disease marked by fever, cough, conjunctivitis, and a characteristic rash. Measles is most common in children but may appear in older persons who escaped it earlier in life. Measles is so highly communicable that the slightest contact with an active case may infect a susceptible person.
Measles Elimination Status: What It Is and How the U.S. Could Lose It - KFF
The United States is at risk of losing its measles elimination status. This post looks at what measles elimination means, how the current measles outbreak threatens this status, and what losing it ...
Measles: What You Should Know - Johns Hopkins Medicine
Measles is a highly contagious viral infection — one of the most contagious of all known infections. Nine out of 10 unimmunized children who are in contact with an infected person will contract the virus.
Measles Symptoms and Complications | Measles (Rubeola) | CDC
Measles is a highly contagious disease that can lead to serious complications. Symptoms usually begin 7 to 14 days after infection. Measles can be dangerous, especially for babies and young children. Seek care immediately! Call your healthcare provider immediately if you think you or your child have been exposed to measles.
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