Study Looks at Differences in Measles Transmission Risks
Razi Berry Research that may come to affect contact tracing and infection control measures in future measles outbreaks has now been presented. A study of an outbreak of measles in Gothenburg, Sweden, a year ago, shows large differences in the risk of transmission from one patient to another. Outbreak of measles in Sweden last year […]
Measles Outbreaks Could be More Common in the Future
A recent study projects that small decreases in the MMR vaccine could lead to large increases in measles outbreaks. The study is a response to the 18 states which allow for non-medical or philosophical belief exemptions to vaccinations. The study cites that as a nation, the United States is “near the threshold of 90 to […]
Thinking About Measles?
Dr. Tamara Evans, ND It’s been on everyone’s lips this past month…”How concerned should we be about the measles outbreak that originated in California last December”? As a naturopathic physician, I believe my role is to look at all sides of a medical challenge and figure out the best approach to optimal health for my […]