This is how A Child Dies of Measles

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A mother attends a birthday party with her children, unaware that an asymptomatic child is spreading the measles virus.
Measles is highly contagious, with 90% of unvaccinated individuals exposed to the virus becoming infected.
The MMR vaccine is highly effective, with two doses providing 97% protection against measles.
The mother's daughter falls ill with symptoms resembling a cold, which worsen over time, leading to hospitalization.
The daughter is diagnosed with measles and pneumonia, a common and potentially fatal complication.
The outbreak spreads in the community, prompting public health measures and media attention.
The mother's son also contracts measles, leading to severe complications including encephalitis and hearing loss.
Years later, the son develops subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE), a rare and fatal complication of measles.
The story highlights the severe consequences of measles and the importance of vaccination.

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