Following the completion of this lecture, the participant will be able to:

• Describe the current epidemiology of measles in the United States and globally, including recent outbreak trends and contributing factors such as vaccine coverage and travel.
• Explain the modes of measles transmission and the implications for infection control within healthcare and community settings.
• Identify the clinical presentation and diagnostic criteria for measles, including key features that differentiate it from other febrile rash illnesses.
• Outline evidence-based treatment strategies for managing measles and its complications in pediatric and adult populations.
• Discuss effective prevention measures, including vaccination strategies, post-exposure prophylaxis, and approaches to addressing vaccine hesitancy in clinical practice.