Measles is a contagious respiratory disease caused by a virus. Symptoms include: rash, high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes.
Measles is a vaccine-preventable disease. One dose of measles vaccine is about 93% effective at preventing measles if exposed to the virus and two doses are about 97% effective.
For NJ school vaccination requirements, visit: https://nj.gov/health/cd/imm_requirements/
If you are unsure of your immunity status, please contact your health provider for your past immunization history.
For Measles FAQ from the CDC: https://nj.gov/health/cd/documents/faq/measles_faq.pdf
