The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a travel warning for Americans due to rising measles cases around the globe.
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that spreads through coughing and sneezing.
“Most measles cases and outbreaks in the U.S. start with someone who isn’t fully vaccinated traveling to countries where measles is common,” said Dr. Camille Sabella, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Cleveland Clinic Children’s. “Right now, measles is widespread in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.”
Dr. Sabella warned that unvaccinated children face the greatest risk of serious complications from measles. He strongly recommends getting the MMR vaccine.
The MMR vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps, and rubella, has been used for decades and is highly effective.
