Measles

The recent measles outbreak in California has many parents concerned. Measles is a highly contagious disease that can have detrimental outcomes, especially for children. Please check out the below links on information regarding measles.

We recommend vaccinating early for international travel (as early as 6 months; child will still require regular immunization schedule at 12 months and 4 years old). Please contact our office directly if you have questions about vaccinating your child or concerns regarding the local news.

HealthyChildren.org - Measles Info

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/How-to-Protect-Your-Children-During-A-Measles-Outbreak.aspx

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/Protecting-Your-Baby-from-a-Measles-Outbreak-FAQs.aspx

CDC - Measles Resource Website

https://www.cdc.gov/features/measles/index.html

Measles Current Cases and Outbreaks:

https://www.cdc.gov/measles/cases-outbreaks.html

Watch this video from County News Center about ongoing efforts to protect our community from highly infectious disease.

https://www.countynewscenter.com/county-working-to-prevent-measles/?utm_source=DirectToYou&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=050319