Measles Can Damage the Immune System for Years
A bout of measles sends the immune system into shock, demolishing critical cells that help our bodies respond to threats.
Fly safely amid measles outbreak with these important travel tips
As measles cases continue to spread around the U.S., WebMD chief medical officer Dr. John Whyte shares tips on how to protect yourself from the infection while traveling.
Measles is unlike other viruses: What to know about long-term complications
Measles is unlike other childhood viruses. In severe cases, it can cause pneumonia. About 1 in 1,000 patients develops ...
7 Top Measles Symptoms to Be Aware Of, Because a Rash Is Just One
The symptoms of measles go beyond a rash and can lead to serious complications, but research shows the MMR vaccine offers ...
Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia at highest level in over 25 years
A new report from global health authorities has warned about the rise of measles after a high number of cases in 2024. View ...
VERIFY: Claim that Vitamin A can be used to treat measles needs context
While Vitamin A can support recovery and help prevent complications, it does not directly fight the measles virus, prevent ...
Measles is getting closer to Ohio. Here's what you can do to protect you and yours
Texas still maintains the highest number of cases, mostly in young unvaccinated children, but cases are creeping closer to ...
Kennedy downplays immunity from vaccination as measles outbreak grows
Cases in the ongoing measles outbreak have risen to 258 across Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma, and state health departments ...
Measles outbreak holds higher risk for pregnant women, babies
A newborn with measles is among the cases reported in the growing West Texas outbreak, Lubbock public health officials say.