Tag Archive | Measles
Measles: Prevention, Symptoms, & Recent Outbreaks
Measles has been in the news again recently, as cases identified in California continue to increase and a third Utah County resident tested positive for measles in mid-January. Measles, also called rubeola, is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by a virus. While it is best known for its typical skin rash, it also brings […]
The Risks of Avoiding or Postponing Vaccination
Two siblings in Utah County have tested positive for measles—the first cases in Utah in several years. This incidence is part of a larger outbreak that is being investigated in California, where health officials have confirmed at least seven cases. According to the CDC, 2014 saw a record number of measles cases, with 610 confirmed cases reported. […]
