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    The document discusses the measles virus and the importance of the MMR vaccine. It describes measles as highly contagious and able to infect 12-18 people from one infected individual. While measles cases were low in the 2000s, outbreaks have increased in recent years as more opt out of vaccination. The MMR vaccine effectively prevents measles and is very safe, with rare mild side effects but no link to autism despite common misconceptions. The summary encourages parents to help eliminate measles by vaccinating their children.

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    Measles, Mumps, & Rubella

    Oh My!
    What are the measles and why should I make sure that my child gets the MMR
    vaccine?
    By Makayla Coggins from Parents Magazine

    What are the measles?


    Many parents are unaware just how serious the measles are. Many people have
    no clue just how devastating the measles can be. Also known as Rubeola, the
    measles are more contagious than polio, influenza, AIDS, and even Ebola! It is
    said that one person with the measles virus can effect anywhere from 12 to 18
    people alone (Just how many, n.d.). Measles are spread through coughing and
    sneezing and live on surfaces for two to four hours after the initial exposure. Its
    also very common to for this infectious disease to lay dormant for up to two
    weeks, making the spread virtually impossible to contain. If left untreated, the
    complications can be fatal lead to pneumonia or even death.

    What is the likelihood of my child getting the


    measles?
    From 2001 to 2010 there was barely a year when the number of measles cases
    exceeded 100. In 2013 there were less than 200 cases of measles. However, in
    2014 there were over 600 reported cases! So far, in 2015, there have already
    been 176 confirmed cases of Rubeola. This is such a highly infectious disease
    that one measles patient can infect 11 to 18 other people! It is also said that, if
    in contact with an infected person, 90% of unvaccinated people will acquire the
    virus. With all this being said, if your child in unvaccinated and they come in
    contact with this highly infectious virus, the chances are that they will get sick
    and the results can be fatal (The Unvaccinated, n.d.).

    Why should I vaccinate my


    kid?
    There is only one-way to cure/prevent this highly
    infectious virus- get vaccinated! Get your child
    vaccinated! There is a small window of time in
    which the vaccine will be most effective.
    Newborns are not advised to get the vaccine, but
    after a couple of months, they will be ready for it. The vaccination is called the
    MMR vaccine and it protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. It is true that
    the US had nearly eliminated this disease just by vaccinating children at a
    young age. All of the unvaccinated people fell under a term called herd
    immunity (which means the immunized population was protecting the
    unimmunized population). But, as more and more people chose not to get
    vaccinated, this disease found its window back into our society. We are in the
    midst of a measles outbreak right now.

    What are the symptoms of the measles?


    The measles can present itself just like a common cold. A runny nose,
    conjunctivitis (pink eye), sneezing, and a fever are all symptoms. However, if
    there are little white bumps in the throat, this may be a sign that it is much
    more serious than a common cold. These bumps indicate a more serious cause,
    such as the measles (Measles, 2015).

    Are there any negative consequences of the


    MMR vaccine?
    Just like any other vaccine, there are rare and few side effects a few side
    effects, but theyre very rare. The chance of your child getting a rash, a fever,
    or having pain at the injection site is low. One serious side effect is an allergic
    reaction to the vaccination itself, but this is an extremely rare occurrence. The
    stigma that resides with the belief that the MMR vaccine causes Autism, is a
    false one. There have been many tests done by scientists who have come to the
    conclusion that there is no link between Autism and the receiving of this
    important vaccine (Measles, 2015).

    My hope

    is that after reading this article, as a parent, you are more


    comfortable in making the decision to vaccinate your child(ren). The measles
    have found their way back into our society and it is up to you to help eradicate
    it. The MMR vaccine is a virtually harmless solution that could save your childs
    life and the others around him.

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