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Measles
What to Know About Measles:
- Measles is more than a rash or fever. It can cause serious health problems.
- Measles spreads very easily. If one person has measles, 9 out of 10 people nearby can get it if they are not protected.
- The best way to stay safe is the MMR vaccine. The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. It give strong, long-lasting protection. Talk to your healthcare provider about the MMR vaccine, especially if planning to travel.
To learn more about measles, go to www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/measles
Check your immunity to measles. Take this quiz to find out if you are considered immune to measles and to get guidance based on your responses. (Your responses are not recorded.) This tool is for informational purposes only—your healthcare provider is your best source!
Take the Quiz: https://www.dph.ncdhhs.gov/programs/epidemiology/communicable-disease/infectious-respiratory-diseases/measles-rubeola/check-your-immunity-measles