HYBRID EVENT: You can participate in person at Orlando, Florida, USA or Virtually from your home or work.

German Measles

German Measles

German measles, also known as rubella, is a contagious viral infection caused by the rubella virus. This illness is characterized by a distinctive red rash that often starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body. While German measles is generally a mild and self-limiting condition, it can pose serious risks to pregnant women and their unborn babies. The rubella virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, typically when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The incubation period for German measles is around 14 days, during which the infected individual may not show any symptoms. Common signs and symptoms include a low-grade fever, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, and the characteristic rash. One of the most significant concerns associated with rubella is its potential impact on pregnancy. If a pregnant woman contracts German measles, especially during the first trimester, it can lead to congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) in the unborn baby. CRS can result in a range of birth defects, including deafness, cataracts, heart defects, and intellectual disabilities. Vaccination has played a crucial role in preventing the spread of rubella. The MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is highly effective and is routinely administered to children to provide immunity against these viral infections. The widespread use of the vaccine has led to a significant decline in the number of German measles cases and has contributed to the control of the disease.

Committee Members
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Disease 2025 - Reza Nassiri

Reza Nassiri

Michigan State University, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Disease 2025 - Francis J Castellino

Francis J Castellino

University of Notre Dame, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Disease 2025 - Saurabh Chattopadhyay

Saurabh Chattopadhyay

University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States
WCID 2025 Speakers
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Disease 2025 - Johnson J H Wang

Johnson J H Wang

Wang Electro-Opto Corporation, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Disease 2025 - Victor J Alexander

Victor J Alexander

Capital Stem Cell Research Corporation, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Disease 2025 - Jacob R Miller

Jacob R Miller

Penn State University, United States
Speaker at World Congress on Infectious Disease 2025 - Anmol Grewal

Anmol Grewal

Abrazo Health, United States

Submit your abstract Today

Newsletter

By signing up, you agree to join our mailing list to receive information and updates.

Watsapp