Many people in parts of England are getting sick with measles. This sickness is spreading in places like London and Birmingham. In one month, 166 people got measles, and 56 of these were in just one week. Doctors say measles spreads very easily. They also say more people need to get a shot to stop it from spreading.

Mostly kids and young people are getting measles. There is a special shot called MMR that can stop you from getting measles. But, many kids have not gotten this shot. Doctors want parents to make sure their kids get the MMR shot. This shot can keep kids safe from getting very sick.

Original news source: England now seeing clusters of measles cases (BBC)

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1. What is measles?
2. How would you feel if you got sick with measles?
3. Do you like going to the doctor to get shots? Why or why not?
4. Do you know anyone who has had measles? How did they feel?
5. What do doctors say can stop measles from spreading?
6. How do you think measles spreads?
7. Do you think it's important for kids to get the MMR shot? Why or why not?
8. How would you feel if you had to get a shot to stay safe from measles?
9. Do you know what happens if you don't get the MMR shot?
10. Why do you think some kids haven't gotten the MMR shot?
11. Do you think the government should make it mandatory for kids to get the MMR shot? Why or why not?
12. What can parents do to make sure their kids get the MMR shot?

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