BBC NewsRubella (German measles) eradicated from AmericasBBC NewsNorth and South America have become the first regions of the world to eradicate rubella, or German measles, after no home-grown cases in five years. The virus - spread by sneezes or coughs - can lead to serious birth defects if contracted by pregnant ...Rubella Has Been Eliminated From the Americas, Health Officials SayNew York TimesGerman measles officially eliminated in North, South AmericaMiami Heraldall 106 news articles »
