As measles cases linked to Disneyland continue to rise, it’s important to pause and take stock of how this American situation is linked to global measles activity. While measles is a rarity in the U
The measles vaccination is known to be 95% effective in creating lifelong immunity in recipients. A second dose is recommended to provide immunity to the 5% who do not develop it with the first dose.
Measles cases in 2013 in the United States are already amongst the highest they’ve been in any year since 2001, according to the most recent report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Preven