One major reason why the U.S. and Western Europe have seen dramatic population increase over the last 200-plus years, Aaby ...

The NHS in England could learn important lessons from Scotland after a measles death in Liverpool last week, experts say.

The Wisconsin DHS added a requirement for the 2024-25 school year for the Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MenACWY) by ...

Readers respond to articles about childhood vaccinations and a rise in measles cases. Also: Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s ...

The signs and symptoms of measles usually start 7–14 days after exposure to the virus, and include rash, fever, a runny nose, cough and conjunctivitis. The rash usually starts on the face or neck, and ...

The death of a child from a measles infection is a “powerful, painful reminder” of the importance of vaccinations, a city ...

Dr. Horovitz says that since the measles vaccine is 93% to 97% effective, about one in 20 people need a booster. In addition, if you got the vaccine before 1989, you may also need a booster.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — An outbreak of measles in Texas has reignited discussions about vaccination importance, with health experts emphasizing the critical role of immunization in preventing the ...

Serious complications of measles include hospitalization, pneumonia, miscarriage, preterm birth, brain swelling and death.

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A measles case as Dulles, coupled with an outbreak in New Mexico and Texas, is an urgent reminder about the importance of childhood vaccinations.