Rubella (German Measles)

Rubella (German measles) is a rash illness caused by a virus. If a pregnant woman who is not immune to rubella is infected, the fetus can become infected and develop complications known as congenital rubella syndrome. The rubella vaccine is the best protection against the disease.

• Rubella Basics
  General information about rubella, including symptoms, complications, vaccines, tests, and treatment.
• Reporting Rubella and Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS)
  Information on how, what, and where to report rubella and congenital rubella syndrome (CRS).
• Rubella Information for Health Professionals
  Information on rubella for health professionals, including clinical features and epidemiology, how to report cases, vaccine information, and official recommendations.
• Rubella Statistics
  Incidence of rubella disease in Minnesota.