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.
