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Measles is not a thing of the past. There is a current outbreak affecting the U.S. that is disturbing health officials.

While many people think viruses like the measles are a thing of the past, measles is most unfortunately very much here. America's measles alarm is sounding loudly!

The most deadly of the childhood diseases, measles is highly infectious but can be prevented with vaccination around 1 year of age.

German Measles (rubella) and Rubeola (measles) are similar childhood infectious rashes caused by RNA viruses.

The classic childhood viral rashes include chickenpox (Varicella zoster), erythemia infectiosum (Fifth's disease), roseola, rubella and rubeola (measles).

Measles was declared "eliminated" from the US in 2000-yet measles cases in 2008 are more than double the annual average for all other years since 2000.

Many common pediatric viral infections are associated with rashes. Owing to vaccination programs, most of these conditions aren't as prevalent as they were 20 years ago.

Three dangerous viruses once required separate vaccinations but are now protected against by one.

Though a mild illness in children, Rubella is dangerous to pregnant women and their babies but can be prevented by vaccination.

A combination of genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of autism. Some of the suspected triggers in autism include vaccines and heavy metals.

These infectious rashes caused by DNA viruses most often occur during childhood, and include varicella zoster, fifth disease, and exanthem subitum.

Discredited studies and misunderstandings have led to a public panic about vaccination. The panic has already caused great harm.

Vaccines are one of our greatest public health achievements. Not only do vaccines prevent disease in individuals, they protect the health of entire populations.

Adults are not getting the vaccinations they need to keep from getting serious diseases, and are leaving themselves vulnerable to serious illness.

Viruses are notorious for killing healthy cells creating havoc in healthy individuals. Can the same viruses be tamed to destroy cancer cells and treat cancer?

Dr. Paul Offit is a widely admired scientist. His latest book takes a hard hit look at what we know about the subject of autism and what we don't -- and why it matters.

Some 1.5 million children die from preventative infections annually despite the availability of affordable and efficient means of treatment.

The status of health care in Afghanistan has been decimated by decades of war. Disease epidemics are common, including outbreaks of polio. Infant mortality is also high.

1 out of 4 Sierra Leonean children are losing their lives to easily preventable diseases driving home the urgent need for education and economic development.

Immunization campaigns have made great gains against deadly diseases. But a new study warns that millions of children in the developing world are being left behind.

A look at the differences in structure between viruses, and how viruses reproduce.

The Whitman ministered to the Cayuse tribe; and were killed by the Cayuse because the Indians believed the Whitmans were responsible for the deaths by epidemic.

London researchers discredit study that links MMR vaccine to autism. No way, they say.

A debate about whether vaccines cause autism leaves parents wondering if it is safe to have their children inoculated against normal childhood illnesses.

Only one disease has ever been eradicated from Earth and vaccines continue to be necessary to prevent deformity and death.

Some parents and researchers have asserted that vaccines are indicted as a cause of autism. A careful review of the facts reveals this statement to be quite false.

Nine-year-old Edward VI introduced the Reformation, established the English Church, understood international affairs and showed a keen interest in reforming the currency.

Storms are firing up in Jupiter's atmosphere, with new areas of turbulence popping up near the Great Red Spot.

The Columbian Exchange--the exchange of European products to the Americas and vice-versa--invites discussion and evokes controversy to this day.

Understanding vaccines and vaccine-preventable diseases is an important step in making informed decisions regarding vaccinations.

Facts about childhood vaccinations: are they safe, what are the side effects, and the importance of immunization to prevent diseases.

The controversy over autism and MMR immunizations is dividing parents and researchers into "pro" or "anti" vaccination camps, yet neither side knows the entire story.

Most babies get shots designed to protect them against illness. A baby may suffer a reaction as a result. Treat reactions with easy remedies to make them feel better.

Americans captured during the Revolutionary War were subjected to a policy of starvation and neglect designed to compel their enlistment in British forces or death.

Since WW1 celebrities have used their star power to help Red Cross in fundraising drives and during national disasters

The immune system responds to infectious organisms, toxic chemicals, and other foreign proteins by launching an inflammatory response.

Many diseases preventable by vaccines have become rare in the United States, but that doesn't mean they've disappeared.

The Bozeman Trail is created and the military builds forts along it. Red Cloud and Crazy Horse lead attacks against these forts. Immigrants bring in small pox and measles

Canine distemper virus is a devastating and highly fatal disease, which is easily preventable by vaccination. Its mortality rate in dogs is second only to rabies.

Sore throat is mostly caused by infection and can be the precursor to a number of illnesses. There are few effective treatments but the condition is usually self limiting

Parvovirus B19 is a small DNA virus which was discovered by chance in 1975.

Vaccinations are one of the truly remarkable public health victories of the modern era. How exactly does one make a vaccine and how do they protect against disease.

Vaccines have been promoted to be critical in preventing flu epidemics & potentially fatal cervical cancer. Their safety depends on the type of methods used to make them.

An acute viral infection of the salivary glands is a risk to non-immunized travelers and is becoming more common in the United States.

The Center for Disease Control has come out with specific recommendations regarding how and when to wear the N95 respirators and masks.

Alternative vaccination schedules incorporate selective and delayed vaccination to reduce the risks of adverse reactions and vaccine injury.

Vaccinations for dogs should be chosen based on the individual dog's risk of becoming infected with disease. Only dogs at high risk of disease should be vaccinated.

Mumps is mainly a mild childhood infection of 5 to 9-year-olds, but can affect adults as well. Infection in adults is associated with more severe complications than kids.

Gold is discovered in Colorado, Nevada, Idaho, and Montana. Forts along Bozeman Trail cause Indian uprise.

The symptoms of Crohn's disease are caused by inflammation of the lining of the digestive system, though the causes of the inflammation are not yet fully understood.