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Oct 10, 2025

4 min

Does measles affect older adults? The risks and prevention strategies for seniors

Adults over the age of 20 are at a higher risk of severe complications from measles, with one in five children under 5 and adults over 20 who get measles requiring hospitalization. While many seniors born before 1957 are considered immune, this highly contagious virus can still significantly and dangerously affect older adults who lack immunity or have a weakened immune system.

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Oct 5, 2025

4 min

Can you get measles when you are old?

While measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000, outbreaks still occur every year. The short answer to 'Can you get measles when you are old?' is a resounding yes, and for certain individuals, the risk of severe complications is actually higher than in younger age groups.

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