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Paramyxoviruses for Tumor-targeted Immunomodulation: Design and Evaluation Ex Vivo

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Published on: January 7, 2019

Could this be measles?

Shaun O'Donnell¹, Ffion Davies², Madhur Vardhan³

¹School of Medicine, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK.

Emergency Medicine Journal : EMJ

|April 5, 2019

Summary

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Measles, a highly contagious viral illness, is re-emerging globally due to decreased vaccination rates and increased travel. This article reviews a measles case, highlighting the need for vigilance and prompt management of this preventable disease.

Keywords:

emergency department infectious diseases paediatrics

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Area of Science:

Virology
Epidemiology
Public Health

Background:

Measles is a highly contagious viral illness, historically managed through widespread vaccination programs.
Universal immunization efforts led to measles elimination in many high-income countries, making it a 'forgotten disease'.

Observation:

Recent years have seen a resurgence of measles outbreaks globally, even in regions previously declared measles-free.
Increased international travel and vaccine hesitancy are key drivers of this re-emergence.
Healthcare providers in high-income countries are encountering measles more frequently, posing diagnostic challenges.

Findings:

The article details a confirmed case of measles infection.
Measles presents significant diagnostic challenges due to its prior rarity in certain regions.
Unrecognized cases facilitate community-wide spread.

Implications:

The resurgence of measles underscores the critical importance of maintaining high vaccination coverage.
Prompt diagnosis and management are essential to prevent further community transmission.
Public health strategies must address vaccine hesitancy and facilitate international cooperation for measles control.