Guidance

Measles: the green book, chapter 21

Measles immunisation information for public health professionals, including updates.

• From: UK Health Security Agency
• Published: 20 March 2013
• Last updated: 31 December 2019 — See all updates

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Measles: the green book, chapter 21

Ref: Public Health England gateway number 2019216

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Chapter 21 update patches

Measles is an acute viral illness caused by a morbillivirus of the paramyxovirus family. This chapter features the MMR vaccine, its presentation and administration.

Published 20 March 2013
Last updated 31 December 2019 + show all updates

1. 31 December 2019

   Revised to include the updated epidemiology to 2018, the administration of MMR and other live vaccines and recommended intervals, rare and serious events, and advice for pregnant women sections.

2. 31 October 2019

   Added revised chapter, including the epidemiology data, viral rash in pregnancy and measles prophylaxis content.

3. 1 July 2013

   Added a link to archive of chapter update patches.

4. 3 April 2013

   Added attachment (chapter update patch dated 28 January 2013). Updated the Body text to include link to NHS Choices.

5. 20 March 2013

   First published.