Measles spreads to two more Hoima sub-counties as cases rise to 400
Measles is an acute viral respiratory illness characterised by a prodrome of fever (as high as 105°F) and malaise, cough, coryza and conjunctivitis -the three “C”s -, pathognomonic enanthema (Koplik spots) followed by a maculopapular rash.
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Health personnel vaccinate children at Ruanga landing site. (Credit: Peter Abaanabasazi)
By NewVision Reporter
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HOIMA - The Hoima district health department is on high alert after receiving reports of measles spreading to more than two sub-counties on the shores of