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Measles

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Measles is an infectious viral disease causing fever and a red rash on the skin, typically occurring in childhood. Measles is cause by Rubeola Virus that can destroy respiratory tract that can spread all over your kids body system. Rubeola, is also called the 10-day measles or  red measles. According to Dr. Ruby Constantino ng DOH, there are almost 2 million Filipino kids that are high risk of having measles due to lack of immunization. Measles are airborne so it is easily transmitted to your child. Having your child regular vaccination will help them to catch this disease. Remember if there is also an outbreak, don't go to places that is crowded. And if you really need to go out remember to wash your hands and gargle when you got home before kissing or touching your child.  Signs of Measles High Fever which begins about 10-12 days after exposure to the virus, and lasts 4-7days Runny nose Dry Cough Inflamed Eyes Sore Throat Koplik's spots - it is a...