How the Measles Virus Makes You Susceptible to Other Diseases

More than 1200 cases of the measles have been diagnosed this year. Doctors are now saying measles may cause immune amnesia, leaving you more vulnerable to illnesses you may have had before. Pediatrician Dr. Eric Ball joins The Doctors to share how your immune system works and what the measles does to undermine how it works. The vaccine does not affect your immune system, in fact, it strengthens it.

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About The Doctors: The Doctors is an Emmy award-winning daytime talk show hosted by ER physician Dr. Travis Stork and co-hosted by plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Ordon, along with dermatologist Dr. Sonia Batra, OB-GYN Dr. Nita Landry, and neuropsychologist Dr. Judy Ho.

The Doctors helps you understand the latest health headlines, delivers exclusive interviews with celebrities dealing with health issues, debates and investigates health and safety claims, explains the latest viral videos and how you can avoid emergency situations, and serves up celebrity chefs to share the hottest and healthiest recipes and foods.