Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself against measles. For most adults, one shot of the MMR is considered enough protection. But there are certain situations that call for a second dose.
Measles is traveling, with outbreaks in Pennsylvania, Ohio and New York, and exposures on transportation and in sports. What should you know before getting on a plane or train?
The Georgia Department of Public Health is reporting five additional measles cases among members of one family living about an hour southeast of Atlanta.
On the September 30 edition: It's been two years since the BioLab chemical fire in Conyers and residents are still worried about their health; the Georgia Department of Public Health is reporting five-new measles cases in Middle Georgia's Jasper County; and Georgia has a new "I Voted" sticker for this year's midterm elections.
On the September 18 edition: Atlanta is owed $236 million dollars in overdue water bills; amid a measles outbreak in Atlanta, under-vaccinated kids may be at risk; and an emergency preparedness challenge is happening tonight.
On the August 19th edition: The Georgia Department of Public Health confirms cases of measles and West Nile virus; negotiations are underway to make Columbus one of the first hubs for electric air taxis; And Georgia Tech students simulate the communication delays crews could face on a mission to Mars.
While not a replacement for the measles vaccine, an oral antiviral developed at Georgia State University could be an option for more vaccine-hesitant populations.
The number of cases — and deaths — in Bangladesh is staggering. As of Sunday, 528 have died, mostly children. How did this measles outbreak begin? And how is the country responding?
With tens of thousands of suspected cases, the government is aiming for 2.5 million jabs a week. The response has been encouraging — but also worrisome.
