Some individuals may perceive measles as merely a minor rash and fever that resolve within a few days. However, measles can lead to severe health complications, particularly in children under the age of five.
Measles is highly contagious; if one person contracts the virus, up to 90% of unprotected individuals in close proximity will also become infected.
The most effective protection against measles is the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine, which offers long-lasting immunity against all strains of measles.