It typically affects areas such as the cheeks, nose, forehead ... that causes an itchy rash made up of red spots and blisters ...

Measles, a highly contagious disease, has been making headlines in the United States due to the recent increase in reported cases across several states.

Key features of the rash include: Flat red spots beginning on the face at the hairline Gradual ... and doctors recommend caregivers get vaccinated in order to protect young children. Children under 5 ...

In Kansas, the virus has mainly infected unvaccinated children ... a runny nose and red, watery eyes. Within a few days, a telltale rash breaks out, first as flat, red spots on the face and ...