Newswise — Measles is a highly contagious infectious disease that can cause serious health complications, especially for young children. The number of measles cases is on the rise — with more than 200 cases reported in 12 states as of March 6, 2025, according to the .
Symptoms of measles can appear seven to 14 days after contact with another person with the virus, and can include a high fever, cough, runny nose, red, watery eyes and a rash.
The best way to prevent measles is by getting a measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
Johns Hopkins Children’s Center pediatric infectious diseases specialists , and , M.H.S., are available to discuss the following topics related to measles:
- What is measles?
- How measles returned after once being declared eliminated from the U.S.
- Prevention measures
- How to know if you are protected from measles
- What to do if you suspect you or a family member has measles
If you are interested in an interview, please contact Kim Polyniak, communications manager at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, at 443-510-5807 or [email protected].
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