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Measles Information

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Measles is very contagion virus. In some cases, measles may cause severe illnesses including pneumonia or encephalitis. Those with a prior history of infection or who have received the full series of the Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunization are 98% protected and are unlikely to contract measles.

Those at increased risk of serious illness are:

• Pregnant women who catch measles are at risk of premature birth or have a low-birth-weight baby.
• People with compromised immune systems, such as from leukemia and HIV infection, may be especially at risk for measles complications.
• Children and adults that have underlying health conditions
• Infants under 12 months

Measles Fact Sheets

• Measles FAQ - English
• Measles FAQ - Spanish
• Measles FAQ - Creole
• Measles FAQ - Portuguese