For Travelers
Measles remains a common disease in many countries worldwide, including some developed countries in Europe and Asia. In the United States, about half of all measles cases linked to travel outside the United States occur in U.S. residents returning from visits to foreign countries.
Before any international travel, infants 6 months through 11 months of age should have at least one dose of measles-containing vaccine. Children 12 months of age or older should have two doses separated by at least 28 days. Adults should review their vaccination records to ensure they’re up to date. The links below provide valuable information to help travelers protect themselves and others from measles.
- CDC Health Advisory on Measles
The U.S. is experiencing a high number of measles cases this year. People of all ages should be up to date on MMR vaccination and other vaccinations, especially before international travel. - Travelers Health: Yellow Book
Measles chapter from CDC’s Health Information for International Travel (the Yellow Book). - Measles - Recommendations for Prevention for Travelers
Recommendations for people traveling outside of the United States. - Travelers Health: In the News - Measles Update
A compilation of information on measles for travelers. - Measles Imported by Returning U.S. Travelers Aged 6-23 Months, 2001-2011
MMWR states in the first 2 months of 2011, CDC received reports of seven imported measles cases among returning U.S. travelers aged 6-23 months; four required hospitalization.
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