Measles outbreak FAQ: Do I need a vaccine booster? What do I do if I've been exposed? And what are the symptoms?
A child has died of measles in Texas, officials said — the first death from the highly contagious disease the United States ...
3 reasons you might need a measles booster — and whether you should worry about the recent outbreak
Measles is one of the most contagious diseases in the world. Doctors explain how to know if you need a booster during this ...
Measles booster may be an option for some vaccinated adults
People who were vaccinated against measles as a child are considered less likely to become infected with the highly ...
Should you get a measles booster? Some people may not be as protected as they think.
Cases in Texas and other states are on the rise, but most of the infected were not vaccinated. Here’s what to know about the ...
Measles cases are up. Vaccinations are down. Do you need a booster shot?
Measles was thought to be eliminated two decades ago. But growing mistrust in vaccines has changed that, and now some people ...
Can you get measles if you're vaccinated? What to know about immunity and boosters
Health officials aim to improve public understanding of the importance of measles vaccinations and, for some, potentially the need for a booster shot.
Does the measles outbreak in Texas warrant a booster? Oklahoma doctor offers advice
Dr. Hal Scofield is a physician-scientist at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, and he also serves as associate chief ...
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Do Adults Need To Get Boosters For Childhood Vaccinations?
There are a number of other vaccines that are part of the CDC’s recommended childhood vaccination schedule that generally don ...
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Some School Staff Might Need a Measles Booster. Here Is Who’s Affected
Some educators could have received their measles shots during a five-year span when an ineffective version was given.
The Texas Measles Outbreak Is Even Scarier Than It Looks
The news that an outbreak in Texas has caused the nation’s first confirmed measles death in a decade — an unvaccinated child ...
Measles is one of the world's most contagious viruses. Here's what to know and how to avoid it
Measles is a respiratory disease caused by one of the world's most contagious viruses. It spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. It most commonly affects kids. The best ...