Rubella

(German Measles)

Description: A disease caused by a virus.

Symptoms: Rash and fever for two to three days ( mild disease in children and young adults).

Complications: If disease is transmitted to a pregnant woman, the following birth defects may occur: deafness, cataracts, heart defects, mental retardation, liver and spleen damage.

Transmission: Spread by coughing and sneezing.

Vaccine: Rubella vaccine (contained in MMR vaccine) can prevent this disease.

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