Measles: pathology, management and public health issues

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#Children and young people, #Infection prevention and control, #Public health

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that contributes significantly to deaths in childhood worldwide. Read this module and develop an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiology, management and public health issues associated with this disease.

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

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Jenny Pinfield

Programme lead for pre-registration nursing, Institute of Health and Society, University of Worcester, Worcester, England

Jo Rouse

Head of academic unit of applied professional studies, Institute of Health and Society, University of Worcester, Worcester, England.

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Last Reviewed: 05/12/2024