8 Symptoms Of Measles Parents Need To Know As UK Cases Soar

Measles is often thought of as a thing of the past because we’ve had an effective vaccine against it for a long time (MMR), but with measles cases on the rise globally, parents need to stay vigilant to spot the symptoms as soon as possible. 

In 2023 there was an increase of the measles outbreak in 40 out of 53 countries in the European region. Additionally in the UK there has been an outbreak in the West Midlands, London and Yorkshire.

Dr Vanessa Saliba, UKHSA Consultant Epidemiologist...