What is measles? Measles is highly contagious viral disease caused by the measles virus, a member of the paramyxovirus family. It spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person ...

Amoxicillin–clavulanate therapy warrants consideration in children in whom H. influenzae is likely to predominate (i.e., those who have received antibiotics in the previous 30 days, have ...

A paramyxovirus causes distemper in dogs, and it’s closely related to the measles and rinderpest viruses. “It causes severe illness in the host by attacking multiple body systems ...

The outbreak has hit Texas the hardest, accounting for 646 of the total cases. Within Texas, Gaines County stands out as the epicenter, reporting 393 infections alone. New Mexico has also been ...

RELATED: When and where Michiganders may have been exposed to measles Mumps is caused by infection with a paramyxovirus. Common symptoms of the contagious viral infection include swelling of the ...

The reptiles can also carry viruses, including the Incusion Body Disease and Ophidian paramyxovirus, which can be fatal to native snakes due to a lack of exposure. Residents spotted the slithering ...

Did you know that Medicare fully covers a number of vaccines for its beneficiaries? Well, they do. All adult vaccines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control's (CDC) Advisory Committee on ...

Who is at risk? and most importantly how to stay safe? Measles is caused by the measles virus, a member of the paramyxovirus family. It's transmitted primarily through respiratory droplets when an ...

There is a big snake on the loose in Sutherland Shire and it can potentially cause harm. St George and Sutherland Shire Leader reporter covering education, health and general community news. Email ...

Haemophilus influenzae, and Staphylococcus aureus. A prolonged fever beyond 2–3 days after rash onset may suggest a superimposed infection. Other complications include otitis media, diarrhea ...