Measles Is Back and Deadly | Leeds News

Measles is spreading fast and is way more contagious than the common cold—almost twice as much—and can linger in the air and on surfaces, making it easy to catch even without direct exposure. While most people recover, it can cause serious complications like pneumonia, meningitis, hearing loss, or blindness, and is especially dangerous for pregnant women, risking miscarriage or premature birth. Health officials are urging adults born between 1970 and 1990 to check their vaccination status and get caught up if needed. Two doses of the MMR vaccine protect about 99% against measles and rubella—and the science is clear: there’s no link between the vaccine and autism. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3c0e7c3896aab42f