How measles can do long-lasting damage to children’s immune systems

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Measles is in the news again, with outbreaks being reported in the UK, US and elsewhere, due to declining rates of vaccination with the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. In England, the problem has been declared a national incident, to help health officials take steps to limit further spread.

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