In 2025, California recorded five cases of measles, attributed solely to international travel. Notably, two cases emerged in March. Public health officials stressed the importance of vaccinations, emphasizing the need for the MMR vaccine. Previous significant outbreaks occurred in 2019 and 2014-2015, highlighting California's vulnerability to measles. The CDC advises everyone over 12 months to get vaccinated, with the MMR vaccine offering lifelong protection. However, those who are up-to-date with their vaccinations do not require a booster, as two doses during childhood suffice for protection.
The CDC recommends that everyone over 12 months of age be vaccinated against measles, with children receiving two doses of the MMR vaccine starting at 12-15 months of age.
Measles is one of the most contagious viruses in the world, but it is preventable with the MMR vaccine, San Francisco Health Officer Dr. Susan Philip said in a statement.
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