Tags: Measles vaccine

Measles Enables Your Immune System To Fight Other Diseases, Study Shows

MEDICINE & HEALTH 12.30.2019 09:17 AM

Contrary to popular belief, measles are dangerous and may prevent your immune system from fighting off other viruses.

Here’s What Could Happen If You Get Measles While Pregnant

05.20.2019 10:22 AM

The measles can be dangerous for people of all ages, but the highly contagious virus poses a particular threat to pregnant women.

Measles Outbreak Caused by International Travelers, Says CDC

04.29.2019 11:40 AM

Are authorities targeting the real source? Since the beginning of 2019, the Centers for Disease Control or CDC, have confirmed 555 cases of measles across 20 states.

California Public Health Officials Concerned About Rise In Measles Cases

04.02.2019 09:49 AM

Recent outbreaks have tended to be in communities with lower vaccination rates. Public health officials in California are worried about a rise in reported measles cases in the state amid a growing anti-vaccination movement.

Measles Cases In Minnesota Increase This Year Than Last Year

06.03.2017 08:58 AM

Its quite alarming that measles cases in Minnesota rise more than the level of the entire United States. The seen reason are the fear of parents to get their children vaccinated.

New Research Finds Measles Weakens Immune System for Up to Three Years

05.08.2015 14:09 PM

If the advocates for immunization didn't have a strong enough case already, they can now add another arrow to their quiver. It turns out children who contract measles not only suffer a potential life threatening illness, but their immune system takes a whack for up to three years afterwards.

Pathologist Warns Measles Outbreak Threatens Herd Immunity

05.07.2015 14:21 PM

Gary W. Procop, MD, a fellow of the College of American Pathologists (FCAP), wants the public to better understand the benefits of herd immunity-and to realize that they will not work if too many people refuse to vaccinate.