Measles Vaccination Program Set up in South Wales

A measles outbreak affected around 20 students at a Swansea school. One student shared her experience, describing symptoms like fatigue and skin blotches. To combat the outbreak, Public Health Wales organized a large-scale immunization program, administering the MMR vaccine to 480 students. The head teacher emphasized the importance of protecting students, noting the outbreak's disruptive impact on the school term.

What symptoms did the pupil from Swansea experience during her measles infection?

• Nausea and vomiting

• Cough and sore throat

• Tiredness and spots

• Fever and chills

How many children are expected to receive the MMR jab during the immunization program?

• 480 children

• 600 children

• 200 children

• 350 children

Which organization is responsible for organizing the immunization program at the school?

• NHS England

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

• Public Health Wales

• World Health Organization

What has been the impact of the measles outbreak on the start of the summer term?

• It has been smooth and uneventful

• It has been unusual and disruptive

• It has been delayed by a month

• It has been canceled entirely

What health issue have some pupils faced due to the measles outbreak?

• Weight gain

• Increased appetite

• Improved fitness

• Considerable weight loss