10 Facts You Need to Know About the Measles Outbreak

by: Lindsay Hutton

Since the beginning of 2015, the measles have infected more than 150 people from 17 states, with many cases stemming from an outbreak that originated at Disneyland in California and prompting the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to issue a press release urging all parents to vaccinate their children. Read on to find out what you need to know about this recent measles outbreak, the safety and effectiveness of the measles vaccine, and other steps you can take to protect your family.