Measles, still prevalent in many countries, primarily spreads through international travel, often by unvaccinated Americans.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its guidelines for measles prevention when traveling as cases continue to rise abroad and within the U.S. The agency is now advising future travelers to consult their doctor at least six weeks before their trip if they're unsure if they have received the MMR vaccine. Previous guidelines suggested people making a doctor's appointment a month out before the trip.
Vaccinated people rarely catch the disease and if they do, their symptoms are less severe and they are less contagious, the CDC says.The vaccine against measles is not recommended during pregnancy or for children younger than 1.While most people who catch measles recover without significant problems, an unvaccinated person who catches measles has about a 20% chance of being hospitalized, the CDC says.
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