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Skin rashes: What causes redness, spots and blisters?

Skin rashes: What causes redness, spots and blisters?

The term ‘skin rash’ covers a range of visible changes to the skin. These include, for example, redness or patches, which are often accompanied by itching, pain or other associated symptoms. The causes of skin rashes are varied: as well as physical illnesses, allergies or psychological stress can also play a role. In this article, you will learn more about the different types of skin rashes, their possible causes and common treatment options.

Vaccination against measles, mumps and rubella (MMR vaccination)

Vaccination against measles, mumps and rubella (MMR vaccination)

The measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine protects against infection with these three highly contagious viral diseases, which can cause serious complications. In this article, you will learn what the vaccine contains, what potential side effects may occur, and what the recommended vaccination schedule is.