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PHD: Vaccinate Against Measles

With confirmation of measles virus in 14 states, Panhandle Health District (PHD) is advising people to check their vaccination records and verify that they are current on their Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) vaccine. The measles, a highly contagious virus, causes rash, a cough, runny nose, eye irritation, and fever. Symptoms appear one to three weeks after exposure. The virus can lead to serious complications including pneumonia, seizures, brain damage, and death. Measles spreads easily through coughing and sneezing/ Melanie Collett , Panhandle Health District. More here.

Question: Do you recall having measles as a kid? Do you want to tell us about it?

* This story was originally published as a post from the blog "Huckleberries Online." Read all stories from this blog