In recent news, an increasing number of children in India are being infected with measles. That’s right, parents – measles is making a comeback.
For the past two months alone, Mumbai has reported over 200 cases.
But don’t worry, you don’t have to panic just yet. There are ways that you can protect your kids from getting the virus.
Keep reading to learn more about how to keep your little ones safe and healthy!
What is Measles?
Measles is a highly contagious virus that is spread through coughing and sneezing. It can cause serious health problems like blindness, hearing loss, brain damage, and even death in some cases.
Symptoms include fever, runny nose, a red rash on the face and body, coughing, and watery eyes. The virus is most dangerous in children under five years old, as their immune systems are not well-developed enough to fight off the infection without medical help.
Causes of Measles
There’s no mystery about the cause of measles: it’s a virus. Measles is like the party guest that just won’t leave. It lingers in the air long after the infected person has left the room, coughing and sneezing all over everything. And it’s incredibly contagious – if one person has measles, up to9 out of 10 peoplearound him or she will also become infected if they are not protected.
Preventative Measures
The best way to prevent measles is through vaccination. This will protect your child from getting the virus and help prevent its spread to other vulnerable populations.
Vaccination programs are available in many parts of India; they are free or low-cost services provided by government health centers or hospitals.
Talk to your doctor or local health center for more information on how to get your child vaccinated against measles.
The measles vaccine is usually given as part of the routine childhood immunization schedule. Children should receive their first dose of the vaccine when they are 12-15 months old and a second dose when they are 4-6 years old.
If you are too busy to keep track of your kid’s measles vaccination, do not worry. Kidscur is the number one Baby Vaccination Tracker India app that can help you stay notified of your little one’s upcoming vaccine schedules.
Also read: how to track your kid’s vaccination with the immunization tracker
Another important step in preventing the spread of measles is good hygiene practices such as handwashing and covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow (not hands!).
Encourage your children to practice these habits regularly to stay healthy and avoid spreading germs to others around them.
Measles may seem like an ancient disease, but it’s still very much alive today – especially among kids in India. The best way to ensure that your child stays healthy is by getting them vaccinated against the virus as soon as possible.
Also, be sure to teach them good hygiene habits to protect themselves from contracting any kind of illness – including measles! If you have any questions or concerns about protecting your child from this virus, then talk with your doctor or local health center for more information.
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