Measles outbreak holds higher risk for pregnant women, babies
A newborn with measles is among the cases reported in the growing West Texas outbreak, Lubbock public health officials say.
After a surge of pneumonia, public health expert explains how to protect yourself and your child
Pneumonia infects millions of people every year. Cases of this highly contagious lung infection surged across all age groups ...
7 Top Measles Symptoms to Be Aware Of, Because a Rash Is Just One
The symptoms of measles go beyond a rash and can lead to serious complications, but research shows the MMR vaccine offers ...
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Public Health Efforts Keep Legionnaires’ Disease Risk Low
Legionnaires’ disease is caused by Legionella bacteria occurring naturally in freshwater environments and complex air conditioning cooling systems.
These are the most common measles complications as outbreaks grow in the US
The two most important measles complications to know about are pneumonia, affecting the lungs, and brain swelling known as ...
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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 ...
Canadians 'strongly' urged to get measles vaccine by public health officials before travelling
As a result, officials are strongly emphasizing the importance of vaccination as the primary defence against measles. Public health officials are ramping up vaccination campaigns and advising ...
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 ...