Measles Outbreak Escape Room

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  1. 4. The measles vaccine, typically administered as part of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, is highly effective in preventing measles infection.
  2. 5. A highly contagious viral infection characterized by fever, cough, runny nose, inflamed eyes (conjunctivitis), and a distinctive rash.
  3. 6. ________ Health Measures; Strategies implemented by public health authorities to control and prevent the spread of measles, including vaccination campaigns, contact tracing, and public education initiatives.
  4. 8. __________ Hesitancy; The reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines, which can contribute to outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases like measles.
  5. 9. The separation of individuals infected with measles to prevent further transmission of the virus.
  6. 10. Measles is caused by the measles virus, a member of the Paramyxoviridae family.
  7. 11. ________ Period; The time between exposure to the measles virus and the onset of symptoms, typically around 10 to 14 days.
  8. 13. A widespread outbreak of measles affecting multiple communities or regions.
  9. 14. ______Spots; Small white spots that appear inside the mouth on the buccal mucosa (inner lining of the cheek) and are characteristic of measles.
  10. 15. _________ Stage; The early stage of measles infection characterized by symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, and conjunctivitis.
  11. 16. The occurrence of a greater number of measles cases within a community or region than expected.
  12. 17. _______ Immunity When a sufficiently high proportion of a population is vaccinated against measles, it provides indirect protection to those who are not immune, including individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to medical reasons.
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  1. 1. The restriction of movement of individuals who have been exposed to measles but are not yet showing symptoms to prevent potential spread of the virus.
  2. 2. Measles can lead to pneumonia, encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), otitis media (ear infection), and in severe cases, and/or death.
  3. 3. Another term for measles, often used interchangeably with the term measles.
  4. 7. _______ Rash; The hallmark rash of measles, consisting of red, flat, and raised spots that typically start on the face and spread downward to the rest of the body.
  5. 12. Individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those undergoing chemotherapy or organ transplant recipients, who are at increased risk of severe complications from measles.