Measles outbreaks in the US and UK are causing concern among health officials.
In Philadelphia, the state health department is currently tracking infections. measles outbreakAs of January 16th, nine cases of infection have been confirmed.
Potential exposure dates were December 19th to January 7th.
The health department listed several addresses where people may have been infected, including multiple hospitals and daycares.
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Other U.S. states have also reported positive cases but have not yet classified them as an outbreak.
in new jerseythe state health department reported a confirmed case of measles on Jan. 13, the first case in the state since March 2023, but the source of infection has not been confirmed.
Measles outbreaks in the US and UK are causing concern among health officials. (St. Petersburg)
“A direct link to the ongoing measles outbreak in Philadelphia has not been confirmed,” the statement said.
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The Virginia Department of Health also announced on January 13 that cases of infection occurred at Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on January 3 and January 4 after the infected person entered the state from overseas travel. I warned you that this is a possibility.
“Measles is highly contagious and must be contained.”
January 11th, Delaware reported possible measles exposure at Nemours Children's Hospital in Wilmington on Dec. 29, with up to 30 people exposed to infected individuals.
Jan. 10 in two counties. in washington Six cases of measles have been confirmed, all from a single family.
The CDC recommends getting the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccination to prevent infection. (St. Petersburg)
Outside of the US, the UK currently has measles outbreakMore than 1,600 people in England and Wales will be infected with the highly contagious disease in 2023, according to the report, up from 735 in 2022 and 360 in 2021.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1,274 measles cases were reported in the United States in 2019.
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This is the highest number of infections since 1992.
Most of these cases involved people who had not been vaccinated against the disease, authorities said.
3D illustration. According to the Mayo Clinic, measles is a childhood infectious disease caused by a virus. (St. Petersburg)
In 2000, who (WHO) has declared measles “eliminated” in the United States. This means there have been no infections for at least 12 months.
There are concerns that the WHO could revoke the designation if the outbreak continues for more than a year.
Measles prevention tips
According to the Mayo Clinic, measles is classified as a childhood infectious disease caused by a virus.
This highly contagious disease can be serious and even fatal for young children.
The CDC recommends getting the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccination to prevent infection.
Symptoms include small white spots on the inside of the cheeks, fever, dry cough, runny nose, sore throat, eye irritation, and large, flat spots on the skin, according to the Mayo Clinic. (image)
“Children require two doses MMR vaccine“The first vaccination begins at 12 to 15 months of age, and the second vaccination begins at 4 to 6 years of age,” the agency's website states. “Teens and adults also need to stay up-to-date on MMR vaccination. There are two MMR vaccines available in the United States: MMR II and PRIORIX.”
“It's important to monitor and be vigilant for measles cases,” says Renuga Vivekanandan, M.D., associate dean and professor at Creighton University School of Medicine. in Omaha, Nebraskahe told FOX News Digital.
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Doctors blamed the increase on a decline in vaccinations.
“Overall, there has been a trend toward vaccine hesitancy and vaccinations have declined since the pandemic. child vaccination “They may develop complications from measles, in addition to serious adverse outcomes such as meningitis,” she warned.
“Staying up-to-date with the latest information about the MMR vaccine can help boost your immunity and prevent outbreaks.”
Doctors warned that with reduced global travel and vaccinations, “measles could spread rapidly anywhere”. (Getty)
Regarding the causes of the measles outbreak, Vivekanandan pointed out that due to reduced global travel and vaccination, “measles can spread rapidly anywhere.”
“It's important medical provider “Measles is highly contagious and needs to be contained, so we need to recognize the signs and symptoms of measles, know how to test, and isolate patients who test positive,” she added.
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Vivekanandan said that in addition to receiving the MMR vaccination, people should seek medical care if they think they have developed measles.
Symptoms include small white spots on the inside of the cheeks, fever, dry cough, runny nose, sore throat, eye irritation, and large, flat spots on the skin, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Groups most at risk include children, immunocompromised people, and people without immunity. pregnant womanthe doctor warned.
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