Measles is spreading across the US, as the Center for Disease Control and Prevention has reported more than 220 cases till March 7.
In cases, lift began with outbreak in Texas, where 223 cases have been identified since the end of January (till 11 March).
A new case was confirmed in a Howard County, Maryland, after traveling internationally through the Dualus International Airport at Washington, DC, resident Washington last week.
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Officials claimed that the case is not related to the outbreak of Texas, warning passengers to be in search of measles symptoms if they travel around the airport around the same time.
Wedmd CMO Dr. John White (not a picture) recommended that passengers wear masks, wash their hands and know about their surroundings between measles outbreaks. (Istock)
Measles is highly contagious and the most threat to individuals, Dr. Fox News Senior Medical Analyst Dr.. Mark Sigal had earlier told Fox News Digital.
He warned, “90% of the chance that you will receive it if you are unworted and step into a room, where someone with measles was two hours ago,” he warned.
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While traveling at a limited place, such as airplane, exposure becomes even more a matter of concern.
In an on-camera interview with Fox News Digital in New York City, Dr. John White, Chief Medical Officer of WebMD and practicing physician emphasized how measles is “one of the most infectious respiratory viruses.”
“Good news is, if you are immune, you are unlikely to be impressed.”
“Khasra is much more contagious than Kovid,” he said. “This is a factor of many times more infectious.”
According to an infected person, an infected person can affect about 10 to 15 other people.
There are many ways to protect yourself from infection while traveling and flying, the doctor said, including to know about your surroundings and wearing masks in areas where cases have been detected.
While traveling at a limited place, such as airplane, exposure becomes even more a matter of concern. (Istock)
The doctor recommended “good handwashing” after touching the surfaces, as well as after keeping the surfaces clean, as the virus droplets can stick and spread when contacted.
Those who have become infected with measles often do not become symptomatic until four days after the exposure, white shared, so it can be difficult to track the origin of the infection.
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White mentioned that measles, kanthamala and rubella (MMR) vaccine is “very effective,” although some people have not vaccinated, which “where we are looking at the cases,” he said.
Since the MMR vaccine is usually administered to children, some adults may not remember if they achieve it and may be concerned about their immune strength.
A booster for MMR vaccine is available to those who have immune lack, said White. (Istock)
White suggested obtaining a measles titter, which is a blood test that measures the level of antibody (immune) against the disease.
This is especially important for those who are traveling to other countries, where the exposure risk may be high, the doctor said. For people with immunity, MMR vaccine boosters are available.
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“I would say that if you are starting to look at measles in your area, and you are worried about whether you have immunity or not, go to your doctor and check your tits,” he advised.
“Otherwise, practice all the good hygiene methods that we talked about. Wash your hands. Wear a mask. Find about your surroundings. Clean surfaces.”
Measles cases are mostly unnatural, school-class children, showing data. (Istock)
For those who are feeling ill for those, White avoided traveling to stay at home and help others to keep them healthy.
Measal symptoms usually begin with cough and sneezing, and then after several days cause a rash on the face and body.
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“Many physicians (Hai) never saw measles,” said White. “So, you will sometimes have to indicate your doctor if you think you may be exposed.”
Measles can cause serious complications, the doctor warned, including the brain inflammation and pneumonia, especially in older individuals.
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“The good news is, if you are immune, you are unlikely to be impressed, even if you come in contact with someone who has measles,” said White. “This is the complete beauty of vaccination.”
