The MMR vaccine protects against measles and is available at health centers and public hospitals throughout the country
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Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that can seriously affect unvaccinated children and adults.It is transmitted through the air by coughing, talking, or sneezing. It can also be spread by contact with contaminated objects or surfaces.
A single infected person can transmit it to 90% of those nearby who are not immunized. The virus can survive in the environment for up to two hours. For this reason, when a case appears, the risks multiply.
Although many consider it a disease of the past, measles continues to circulate in several countries. If vaccination coverage decreases, it can become established again.
Symptoms: what you need to know to detect it in time
The Ministry of Health of the Nation reported that the most common symptoms begin between 7 and 14 days after infection. They include high fever, runny nose, dry cough, and conjunctivitis. Red spots then appear on the skin, spreading from the face to the rest of the body.
In more severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia, encephalitis, seizures, or blindness. In unvaccinated individuals, it can be fatal in 1 or 2 out of every 1,000 cases. There is no specific treatment for the disease.
When these symptoms appear, medical consultation must be immediate. Early diagnosis and isolation help prevent community outbreaks.
El Ministerio de Salud de la Nación difundió que los síntomas más comunes
Vaccination
The measles vaccine is the most effective tool to prevent the disease. It is part of the official vaccination schedule in Argentina. It is administered free of charge and is mandatory in two doses: at 12 months and at 5 years.
This is the MMR vaccine, which also protects against mumps and rubella. It is scientifically tested and validated and has decades of safe use. Millions of children receive it every year worldwide.
The vaccine is available in hospitals, health centers, and public vaccination clinics. It doesn't require a medical prescription and can be administered throughout the year.
La vacuna contra el sarampión forma parte del esquema oficial de vacunación en Argentina.
Preventing measles is protecting your home and those around you
The decision to vaccinate a child is not just an act of individual care. It also helps protect those who can't be vaccinated, such as babies under 12 months or immunosuppressed individuals. This creates a network of community protection.
The freedom to choose means being well informed and acting responsibly. In this case, prevention is accessible, effective, and safe. It is within everyone's reach.
