In an effort to To stop the spread of measles, the community comes together to raise awareness about the necessary care. It is a viral disease highly contagious and potentially serious, so it is essential to take preventive measures.
To prevent the circulation of measleslas Health authorities urge the population to complete their vaccination schedule. Below are the recommendations according to age:
At 12 months: Application of the 1st dose of the triple viral vaccine.
At 5 years: Administration of the 2nd dose of the triple viral vaccine.
Adolescents and adults must prove at least TWO DOSES of the vaccine with a measles and rubella component, applied after one year of life (double or triple viral). Alternatively, they may have positive IgG serology for measles and rubella.
It is important to note that people born before 1965 are considered immune and do not need to be vaccinated.
The population is urged to pay attention to the following symptoms of measles:
High fever
Widespread rash
Runny nose
Tos
Conjunctivitis
White spots on the mouth and inner cheeks
The key is in prevention.
2024-02-03 17:31:52
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