Measles Returns to California
A recent outbreak of measles in California, this time in Santa Clara County, is a good reminder that the MMR vaccine is necessary to keep your kids protected.
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Meningitis Vaccines
Meningitis is inflammation of the brain and spinal cord membranes, caused by infections such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites, and amebas. Vaccines are crucial in preventing meningitis, particularly for teens and young adults. Despite vaccination, exposure may still require preventive antibiotics. Timely vaccination remains the best prevention method.
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What to Do If Your Child Is Exposed to Measles
Talk to your pediatrician if your child gets exposed to measles to make sure he doesn’t need post-exposure prophylaxis to keep him from getting sick, even if you think he is up-to-date on his vaccines.
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Recommendations for Reporting on Measles Outbreaks
Journalists can help reduce the size of measles outbreaks with good reporting that vaccines work and that they are safe and necessary and by reminding folks to get vaccinated and protected.
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