Not a virologist, but when I speak wth journalists about the impact of measles I always make sure to mention immune amnesia as a thing they might follow up because it is so goddam scary
@boghuma.bsky.socialMeasles outbreaks could leave thousands vulnerable to infectious diseases for years. Those who survive measles experience immune amnesia and an increased susceptibility to infections. I spoke to the reporter for this article as one of the many experts interviewed.
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Measles outbreaks could leave thousands vulnerable to infectious diseases for years