Top 4 Things Parents Need to Know About Measles

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

1. Measles can be serious
​It is more serious than people realize. People who get measles often need to be hospitalized (1 out of every 4). In rare cases, it can lead to brain swelling and brain damage, and can even be fatal.

2. Measles is very contagious
Measles can be spread by coughing or sneezing, or even just being in the same room with someone who has it.

3. Your child can get measles in the United States
Measles was declared eliminated from the United States in 2000, but can still be brought in by unvaccinated travelers - this can be Americans or foreign visitors. Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk.
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4. You have the power to protect your child against measles with a safe and effective vaccine
Your child needs two doses of the MMR vaccine for the best protection.
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Click on the link below for more information
https://www.cdc.gov/measles/about/parents-top4.html