ICC announced yesterday that three other cases of the virus have been found in Porthmadog bringing

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ICC announced yesterday that three other cases of the virus have been found in Porthmadog bringing the total to 33. Has 29 of the cases have been directly linked Eifionnydd labyrinthitis School in Porthmadog.
The virus is very contagious and can cause complications including pneumonia, labyrinthitis meningitis and encephalitis especially among children under five, those with compromised immune systems and children with poor diet. It can be fatal in rare cases.
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Many people will get measles are fever, cough, red eyes and blocked nose and feel generally unwell. The rash itself appears a few days later beginning on the face and spreading to the rest of the body over several days.
"If your child is ill and you suspect that the woman in red on it, you should contact your GP or NHS Direct on 0845 4647. Your child should not attend school or nursery for five days after the rash appears, "added Dr Whiteside.
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