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Measles

Measles is a viral infection with symptoms of fever,and rashes. Measles is prevented by vaccination and staying away from the infected individuals.

Why is There a Measles Outbreak Among Children in India

Why is There a Measles Outbreak Among Children in India

To protect children and stop measles outbreaks, even high coverage with a single dose of the measles vaccine proved to be insufficient.

Global Measles Outbreaks, Warns UNICEF

Global Measles Outbreaks, Warns UNICEF

Measles cases had spiked in the first two months of 2022 worldwide, initiating concerns about larger outbreaks, the UNICEF warned.

Measles Immunization Day 2022

Measles Immunization Day 2022

Measles Immunization Day is observed every year to raise awareness about the measles disease and the role of vaccines to prevent it.

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Can Flu and Measles Vaccines Help Combat the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Can Flu and Measles Vaccines Help Combat the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Many unrelated vaccines like flu and measles may help in reducing the burden of the pandemic through their generalized immune-boosting properties.

Can Routine Measles and Tetanus Vaccination Prevent Severe COVID-19?

Can Routine Measles and Tetanus Vaccination Prevent Severe COVID-19?

Vaccines for MMR and Tdap -- Measles-Mumps-Rubella and Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis have been associated with increased protection against COVID-19 and reduction in severity of the disease.

Measles Vaccine Offers Protection Against The COVID-19 Pandemic

Measles Vaccine Offers Protection Against The COVID-19 Pandemic

Measles vaccine may offer up to 87.5% protection in children against the COVID-19 virus. Hence children immunized with a measles vaccine schedule may show a milder rate of COVID-19 infection

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Measles Vaccine's History to Protect Against SARS-CoV-2

Measles Vaccine's History to Protect Against SARS-CoV-2

New SARS-CoV-2 vaccine candidate has been shown to produce a strong immune response and prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection and lung disease in multiple animal studies.

Measles Outbreak Likely in 2021 Due to COVID-19

Measles Outbreak Likely in 2021 Due to COVID-19

A major measles outbreak is likely to occur in the wake of the pandemic as early as 2021 due to many missed vaccinations.

Vaccination Surveillance Helps Avoid Measles Outbreaks

Vaccination Surveillance Helps Avoid Measles Outbreaks

Health surveillance systems report vaccination coverage at the county and state level, obscuring fine-scale clustering and susceptibility to potential outbreaks.

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Measles Outbreak Linked to Rainfall

Measles Outbreak Linked to Rainfall

In West African nation of Niger, a strong and consistent annual pattern of measles outbreaks was associated with rainfall and temperature, say researchers.

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