- A once common, fairly contagious disease.

- The most common indicators are high temperature, hacking cough, runny nose, conjunctivitis, and a spreading rash.
- Transmission is airborne or through direct contact with infected droplets or saliva, which are ejected from the body during coughing and sneezing.
- Because measles is caused by a virus, it cannot be treated with antibiotics. Like most viral illnesses, a measles infection (in the vast majority of cases) can simply be left to run its course. Fortunately, most children and adults recover from an uncomplicated case of measles within 2-3 weeks.
- Usually, all that is required for measles sufferers is treatment of their symptoms, with paracetamol, regular rinsing of the mouth, and plenty to drink.
- Serious (but rare) complications can result from the disease, and medical treatment should be obtained if there is any sign of these occurring.