A new antiviral could stop measles before an outbreak takes off

An experimental pill prevented a measles-like virus from spreading through the air or through close contact in ferrets. It worked when given shortly before or after exposure and also shortened illness and the period when infected animals remained contagious. Researchers say the drug could one day complement vaccination and make outbreaks easier to contain.

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فريق هلا كير الطبي

محتوى طبي موثوق من مصادر عالمية معتمدة، تمت مراجعته من قبل أطباء متخصصين لضمان دقة المعلومات

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