Measles Awareness

About Course

Measles is one of the most infectious diseases there is and can cause serious complications, especially for babies, pregnant people and those with weakened immune systems. Learn the symptoms, how it spreads, the infectious period, what to do if measles is suspected, and the role of MMR and MMRV vaccination in protecting individuals and communities.

This course provides general infection prevention awareness only. It does not replace your organisation’s infection prevention and control policies, training from your IPC lead, or advice from your local health protection team, and it is not an accredited qualification.

What Will You Learn?

  • Recognise the symptoms of measles, including the rash pattern Understand how measles spreads and when people are infectious Know what to do if measles is suspected, including phoning ahead Explain why MMR/MMRV vaccination matters for staff and the public

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Symptoms and spread
  • What to do if measles is suspected
  • Vaccination

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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