Measles

Updated 5/12/25 at 8:30 AM

Measles cases are rising throughout the United States. Click here to learn more about the current outbreaks.

Click here to check you or your child's vaccination status through the Wisconsin Immunization Registry.

Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease.

Measles SPREADS through the air on droplets, like coughing and sneezing. This virus can stay in the air for up to 2 HOURS after a person leaves the room!

Signs & Symptoms:

• Runny nose 
• cough
• high fever
• red swollen eyes
• A red rash with raised bumps

Measles can be very serious. About 1 in 4 unvaccinated people in the U.S. who get measles will be hospitalized. 1 out of every 1,000 people with Measles will develop brain swelling. 1 or 2 out of 1,000 people with Measles will die, even with the best medical care. 

PREVENTION:

• The MMR Vaccine protects against Measles, Mumps, & Rubella
• Children should receive their first dose of the vaccine between 12 and 15 months of age, and
• The second dose at 4-6 years of age

Do you need a measles booster? Click here to learn more.

Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about being vaccinated against measles.