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Measles is contracted through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It can also spread by touching surfaces contaminated with the virus and then touching the face, particularly the nose or mouth. The virus is highly contagious and can remain in the air for up to two hours after an infected person has left the area. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent measles.
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Will a person who is not vaccinated against rubella contract measles?
Yes, it is very possible that he could contract measles without being protected with a vaccine.
What is a sentence with the word contract?
Contract can be a noun or a verb. Examples: Did you sign the contract? Measles is very contagious and easy to contract if you do not have immunity.
Medical term for German measles?
Measles (also known as Rubeola) is caused by a virus. 90% of people who are not vaccinated will contract this virus if exposed. It causes cold-like symptoms with a rash.Another type of measles is Rubella, also known as German measles or three-day measles. These are not related. Rubella is very serious if a fetus contracts this from its' mother.The vaccine MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) protects against the two types.
Can you get Measles once you have been vaccinated?
It is possible to get measles even if you have been vaccinated, but the chances are significantly lower compared to those who are unvaccinated. The measles vaccine is highly effective, with two doses being about 97% effective at preventing the disease. If a vaccinated person does contract measles, it is usually milder and has fewer complications.
Can a elder person get the measles?
Yes, older adults can contract measles, particularly if they have not been vaccinated or previously infected. While measles is more common in children, it can affect individuals of any age. The symptoms may be more severe in older adults, and complications can arise, making vaccination and immunity important for this age group.
Can you get blisters with German measles?
you can in measles you can in measles
What is the singular of measles?
I thought measles was already the singular word. For example, "He has measles." Measles is already plural as well. For example, "They all have measles."
Is measles an deficiency disease?
Measles is not a deficiency disease. Measles is caused by measles virus. This is an infectious disease.
How is the measles spread to Pearson?
Measles is primarily spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can remain airborne for up to two hours in an enclosed space, making it highly contagious. Individuals can contract measles by inhaling these droplets or by touching surfaces contaminated with the virus and then touching their face. Unvaccinated individuals are particularly at risk for infection.
Is measles a life threatening?
Measles during pregnancy is a serious disease, leading to increased risk of a miscarriage or stillbirth. In addition, the mother's illness may progress to pneumonia.
What is the plural form of measles?
Measles is the plural form of the disease measles.
How do you use the word measles in a sentence?
We had to cancel the party because she had measles. Measles is not something fun to have. He was sick with measles.
