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From: hempling@quorum.com (David B. Hempling)
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Subject: Safty of Measles vaccine
Keywords: what are the risks
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A friend of mine is HIV+ and on AZT. His t-cell count 
hovers between 300 and 400. His doctor is suggesting that he
be vaccinated for Measles. The vaccine the docter wishes to use
contains live Measles virus. 

Could someone please present the risks involved in giving such a
vaccine to an HIV+ person? Are there other, less risky Measles
vaccines available?

Thank you,
dave
hempling@quorum.com