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Learn About Serious Diseases that Can Be Prevented by Vaccines.

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Pinkbook: (Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases)

To improve surveillance of vaccine-preventable diseases, like measles, mumps, and rubella, CDC uses advanced molecular detection (AMD).

Mumps vaccine info for parents, public, and healthcare professionals

Mumps vaccine is the best way to protect your child against mumps, a contagious disease that can cause serious complications.

Measles is a highly contagious disease. It can be serious for young children. Protect child by making sure he or she is up to date on vaccinations, including before traveling abroad.

Measles is a highly contagious disease. It can be serious for young children. Protect child by making sure he or she is up to date on vaccinations, including before traveling abroad.

Did you know that adults need vaccines too? If you didn’t, you are not alone.

Vaccines are recommended for all adults to help prevent getting and spreading diseases. Vaccines are especially important for those with chronic conditions, who are more likely to develop complications from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. Find out which vaccines are recommended for you.