Measles (Rubeola) Basics

The best way to prevent measles is for all children to be fully vaccinated on time. There are two combination vaccines used to prevent measles: measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine and measles-mumps-rubella-varicella (MMRV) vaccine.

• Measles (Rubeola)
  Fact sheet with general information about measles, including symptoms, complications, tests, and treatment.

• Frequently Asked Questions about Measles in the U.S.
  Basic information about measles from the CDC.

• Measles Photos
  The Immunization Action Coalition offers photos of the disease. Warning: graphic medical images.

• MMR (Measles, Mumps, & Rubella) VIS
  MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, & Varicella) VIS
  CDC Vaccine Information Statement (VIS); includes a description of the disease, who should get the vaccine and when, who should not be vaccinated, and potential side effects.