📣 Measles Awareness: Know the Facts, Protect Your Community

Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or breathes. The virus can linger in the air and on surfaces, making it easy to spread to others. [ama-assn.org], [who.int]

⚠️ Signs & Symptoms • High fever
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Red, watery eyes
• Small white spots inside the mouth (Koplik spots)
• A red rash that usually starts on the face and spreads downward across the body [cdc.gov], [who.int]

✅ Prevention Matters • Stay up to date on the MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccine, which provides the best protection against measles.
• Wash hands frequently and practice good respiratory hygiene.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• If you think you have been exposed or develop symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and stay home to help prevent spreading the disease. [cdc.gov], [ama-assn.org]

Protect yourself, your family, and your community by staying informed and ensuring vaccinations are current. 💙 #MeaslesAwareness #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #CommunityHealth