Measles Outbreak: Vital Updates for Your Practice

• 2024

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• Paul Offit; Dan Filardo; Tochi Iroku-Malize; John Whyte

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This video commentary discusses the recent measles outbreak and its causes, like lower vaccination rates and international travel. Experts highlight the importance of vaccines in preventing measles, which is highly contagious and can cause serious health issues. They explain symptoms, diagnosis methods, and quarantine guidelines for those infected. The panel emphasizes educating parents on vaccine benefits to combat hesitancy. It also covers recommendations for adults needing vaccinations or revaccination due to certain medical conditions. The conversation aims to raise awareness about protecting communities from measles through vaccination efforts.

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disease Outbreaks; Epidemiology; Measles; Measles Vaccine; Public Health Practice; Vaccination; Immunization Programs

Institutions: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); Hofstra University; WebMD

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