SCIENCE : There have been 301 measles cases in the US this year, most of which have been reported in Texas. According to the Disease Control and Prevention Center (CDC), the report up to March 13 has recorded 34% of children under 5 years and 42% in teenagers aged 5–19.

Measles spread the most, low vaccination rates in Texas

According to CDC data, 279 cases have been registered in Texas from late January to 18 March. Experts believe that this outbreak is caused by low rates of vaccination. For example, about 18% of school children in Gains County are exempted from vaccines, and so far 191 cases have been reported.

Hospitalized and deaths due to measles

So far, there is a need to be hospitalized in 17% of cases due to measles. A vaccinated school child has died in Texas, the first death from measles in the US since 2015. An investigation into the second death in New Mexico is under investigation.

MMR vaccine is possible to protect

Experts say that measles can be prevented from MMR vaccine, which provides protection from measles, kanthamala and rubella. According to CDC, a dose of MMR vaccine is 93% and two doses are 97% effective.

The CDC has advised children to take the first dose at the age of 12-15 months and the second dose at the age of 4-6 years. Adults who are not vaccinated should also take two doses at an interval of 28 days.

Opinion of experts

U.K. “MMR vaccine is one of the most effective vaccines. It protects against all seriousness levels of measles,” said senior researcher at the University of Southampton.

conclusion

Experts have emphasized vaccination to prevent rising cases of measles. Science in states like Texas: Are you safe from measles? There is a need to increase the vigor about immunity, so that the spread of this deadly disease can be prevented.