Measles infection causes 'amnesia' of the immune system


By AGENCY

Getting vaccinated against measles not only protects you from measles, but also from ‘amnesia’ of your immune system that is induced by measles. — TNS

The following is an article of faith for many who refuse to have their children vaccinated against childhood diseases: That when healthy children get and recover from an infection naturally, their immune systems come out stronger.

However, when it comes to measles, the opposite is true, according to two studies published on Oct 31, 2019.

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