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Measles outbreak was declared in Brgy. 1, Tanauan City when at least three cases of the said sickness was diagnosed in the area. Dr. Adel Bautista, Tanauan City Health Officer added that there are 15 other cases in Brgy.7 and said they are still waiting for the results of the blood tests of these children.
According to DOH, an outbreak could be declared if there are three or more cases of an illness in a single location. Dr. Bautista said that the city health office will conduct a vaccination drive and an information dissemination campaign to inform the public on ways to prevent the spread of the disease.
Symptoms of measles are fever, cough, loss of appetite, skin rashes, colds, and sore eyes. Children with measles should be given extra attention especially those with weak immune system as this sickness could lead to further complications such as pneumonia, encephalitis, diarrhea, and corneal ulceration.
So how are we going to prevent measles especially when outbreaks are highly probable during these hot months? Well, I suppose all parents know that their children should have the MMR vaccine – a vaccine that provides protection against measles, mumps, and rubella which should be received in two doses.
There are also practical ways on how to prevent measles from spreading. Do it by washing your hands and covering your mouth when coughing and sneezing. And since measles is known to have long-term effects, the way to keep up with it is to have plenty of sleep. Rest and try to sleep a little longer than the usual so your body could fight off the virus brought by this sickness.
If you suspect that you or your child is infected with measles, see a doctor for immediate prevention of measles’ long-term effects. You would also be given proper medication such as antiviral drugs and right treatment for this sickness.
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