How do we protect against measles?

How do we protect against measles?

• A. Antibiotics prevent measles
• B. Avoid contact with water
• C. Regular exercise prevents measles
• D. Most children are vaccinated against it in the MMR vaccine

Answer: (D)

Vaccination with the MMR vaccine is how we protect against measles. Measles is caused by a virus, so antibiotics won’t prevent it or cure it. The MMR vaccine teaches the immune system to recognize measles and mount a quick, effective response if exposed, giving individual protection and helping prevent outbreaks when many people are immune. In many countries, vaccination is given in two doses during childhood, and high coverage also creates herd immunity, reducing transmission in the community. Concepts like exercising or avoiding water don’t prevent measles, and none of those options stops a viral infection like this.

Vaccination with the MMR vaccine is how we protect against measles. Measles is caused by a virus, so antibiotics won’t prevent it or cure it. The MMR vaccine teaches the immune system to recognize measles and mount a quick, effective response if exposed, giving individual protection and helping prevent outbreaks when many people are immune. In many countries, vaccination is given in two doses during childhood, and high coverage also creates herd immunity, reducing transmission in the community. Concepts like exercising or avoiding water don’t prevent measles, and none of those options stops a viral infection like this.