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Measles (Rubeola)

Photographed early in 2014 in the Philippines capital city of Manila, this baby was in a hospital with measles (rubeola). Since typhoon Haiyan, the Philippines, especially metropolitan Manila, has been experiencing a large measles outbreak.

Prevent Measles with Measles Vaccine

Make sure you and your loved ones are up to date with the measles vaccine, especially if you're traveling.

Vaccines for Measles

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Planning a trip outside the U.S.?

Find out if you need measles vaccine

New MMWR:

2019 National Update on Measles

Measles Cases and Outbreaks

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Questions About Measles

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Top Things Parents Need to Know

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About Measles

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Transmission

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Signs and Symptoms

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Measles Elimination

Resources

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For Health Departments

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Lab Tools

For Healthcare Professionals

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Know what to look for in patients that may have measles, when to recommend MMR vaccine, and other details about the virus.

Page last reviewed: October 4, 2019

Content source: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, Division of Viral Diseases