Fever, accompanied by a skin rash covered with red pustules: the measles virus is highly contagious. The Vienna Health Authority recently sent a warning to hospitals, emergency services, and doctors’ offices. In it, MA 15 reports an increase in measles and hepatitis cases in the city. Here are the reasons why and how you can protect yourself. Measles is a highly contagious infectious disease that is easily recognizable by the red pustules that cover the skin and cause fever. The insidious virus (transmitted by tiny droplets) often affects children, but…
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