What Are Measles?
2. Rubeola
Measles is also sometimes known as rubeola, after the name of the virus that causes it. As mentioned, it is a highly contagious disease and a high percentage of people that are exposed to it will become infected. It is usually caught from other people that are infected.
When an infected person sneezes, coughs, or even talks, they will inadvertently spray virus contaminated droplets. These droplets can be inhaled, infecting whoever inhaled them. The virus can also be spread in a less direct manner. The droplets can contaminate surfaces, and another person has a chance of becoming infected if they come into contact with those surfaces and then transfer the virus to their face.
