Measles | Fast facts about cases, outbreaks, the MMR vaccine and the virus itself

[Ep60] Listen in on this episode to refresh yourself on some of the general concepts and facts around measles. We'll also include some recent info regarding cases and outbreaks in the United States for 2025.

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) Resources

• General info on measles related to traveling
• The Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases, a.k.a. the Pink Book
• Principles of vaccination
• Measles cases and outbreaks
• Measles symptoms and complications
• MMR vaccination info
• Free public health resources about measles
• Vaccination schedule (Birth-6yrs)

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