Which of the Following Statements About Measles is FALSE

Question

Which of the following statements about measles is FALSE?
A)It is a serious disease.
B)It is preventable by vaccination.
C)Annually,it kills thousands of children worldwide.
D)The disease has been eradicated in the United States.
E)Complications include pneumonia,encephalitis,and death.

Accepted Answer

The statement that measles has been eradicated in the United States is false. While vaccination has greatly reduced the number of cases of measles in the United States, outbreaks still occur and the disease has not been completely eradicated.