American Red Cross of Indiana County Pennsylvania

The World’s Problem
Millions of children are at risk from measles. More than 410,000 children under the age of 5 die of measles each year. Measles can cause pneumonia, diarrhea, encephalitis, and even blindness. Because it spreads through the air, measles is one of the most contagious diseases known.

What the Red Cross has Done
As of 2005 the American Red Cross Measles Initiative has traveled to more than 41 African countries, saving more than 1.2 million lives. Since 1999 measles related deaths have dropped by more than 60%.

This infant is one of 30 million Indonesian children to receive the measles vaccine

How You Can Help
The Measles Initiative is far from finished in the fight against measles globally. With donations from supporters like you, the Red Cross is able to continue the efforts to fight this disease. For every 86 cents donated, a child will receive the vaccine. Your help can save lives.

For more information contact our office by calling (724) 465-5678
or e-mail us at disaster@iccarc.org