Measles Outbreak
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Bangladesh measles outbreak: Infectious diseases specialist explains why India must stay alert
Health | Apr 09, 2026, 01:47 PM ISTBangladesh is witnessing a sharp rise in measles cases with over 100 child deaths and thousands infected. Experts warn this outbreak is a reminder for India to maintain high vaccination coverage, recognise symptoms early, and stay prepared to prevent a similar surge.
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Texas measles outbreak: More than 560 cases reported, know the symptoms, preventive measures
Health | Apr 17, 2025, 04:51 PM ISTTexas has reported more than 560 measles cases. The Texas Department of State Health Services said that 20 new cases were reported in the last five days and at least 58 patients linked to measles have been hospitalised. Read on to know the symptoms, complications and preventive measures of measles.
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Measles outbreak in US; know causes, symptoms, and ways to prevent contagious virus
Health | Apr 07, 2025, 02:59 PM ISTMeasles outbreak in the US: Understand the causes, symptoms, and prevention methods for this highly contagious virus. Learn how to protect yourself and others from measles.
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Measles outbreak in US: Second child dies as America battles worst measles surge in decades
World | Apr 07, 2025, 01:23 PM ISTThe child reportedly did not have any underlying conditions and died from complications while being hospitalised, the University Medical Center (UMC) Health System said.
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Vitamin A toxicity: Here's what you need to know about the disorder
Health | Mar 28, 2025, 12:47 PM ISTWhen there is excess vitamin A in your body, it gets stored in the liver and accumulates there over time which eventually causes liver damage and other health conditions. Here's what you need to know about vitamin A toxicity.
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Measles outbreak Texas: 90 cases confirmed; symptoms and preventive measures
Health | Feb 22, 2025, 07:39 PM ISTTexas health department has said that most of the measles cases have been reported in people who are unvaccinated or whose vaccine status is known. Read on to know the symptoms and prevention.
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Measles outbreak Texas: 24 cases of the infection reported; here's what you should know
Health | Feb 14, 2025, 08:33 AM ISTThe Texas Department of State Health Services said that 24 cases of measles have been confirmed in Gaines County. The agency also said that all of these individuals are unvaccinated. Read on to know more about the measles.
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13 children die in suspected measles outbreak at internal displacement camps in violence-torn Sudan
World | Jul 03, 2023, 12:06 AM ISTAccording to MSF Sudan, 223 children have been treated for suspected measles between June 6 to 27, and 72 children were admitted to the two clinics it supports, including the 13 deceased.
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Mumbai reports three fresh measles cases, no death | What are doctors' advice
India | Dec 21, 2022, 06:36 AM ISTMeasles Menace: Despite all precautions, the number of cases is increasing in Mumbai however the good thing is that no fresh casualty was reported.
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Mumbai: Seven new measles patients detected, one suspected death, total cases rise to 447
India | Dec 09, 2022, 11:32 PM ISTThere is no specific treatment for measles infection; only preventive measures like vaccines can be taken to stay protected.
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If you've already had measles once, can you get it again? Know the truth
Health | Nov 28, 2022, 12:45 PM ISTThere is no specific treatment for measles infection; only preventive measures like vaccines can be taken to stay protected. But how many doses of vaccine are suitable? Know from experts here.
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Amid measles cases rise; know other important vaccines for children
Health | Nov 24, 2022, 08:49 PM ISTWith 13 deaths over the last month and a sharp spike in cases, Mumbai and its surrounding areas are staring at a measles outbreak. Amid the rise in measles cases, know about other important vaccines for children.
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Measles threat: Centre asks to administer additional dose of rubella vaccines in 'vulnerable' areas
Health | Nov 24, 2022, 11:59 AM ISTAmid the upsurge in measles cases across many states, the Centre on Wednesday told all states to administer one additional dose of measles and rubella control vaccine (MRCV) to all children, aged between 9 months to 5 years, in vulnerable areas.
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Mumbai: Another child dies due to measles; death toll at 11
India | Nov 22, 2022, 11:44 PM ISTThe patients infected with measles are isolated or admitted for treatment at eight hospitals. Maharashtra Health Minister Dr Tanaji Sawant has already reviewed the situation.
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Measles cases on rise in Mumbai: Know 5 ways to treat this viral respiratory illness
Health | Nov 16, 2022, 04:42 PM ISTMeasles is one of the most serious diseases which can be prevented by a vaccine. This is even more fatal for small children. Read to know its causes, treatment and symptoms.
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Measles outbreak that began at Disneyland grows to 87 cases
World | Jan 27, 2015, 08:22 AM ISTLos Angeles: A measles outbreak that originated at Disneyland has grown to 87 cases.The California Department of Public Health said Monday most of the infections -- 73-- are in California. The rest are in Arizona,
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High alert in South Africa for measles outbreak
World | Dec 16, 2014, 06:56 AM ISTCape Town: South Africa was put on high alert for a measles outbreak on Monday, with a number of cases reported from five provinces since the start of this year.About 49 laboratory-confirmed measles cases have