Advice from NHS

How to avoid spreading or catching measles

Measles is spread when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes.

You’re infectious from when you first have symptoms (around 4 days before the rash appears) until 4 days after you get the rash.

There are things you can do to reduce the risk of spreading or catching measles.

Do

• wash your hands often with soap and warm water
• use tissues when you cough or sneeze
• throw used tissues in the bin

Don’t

• do not share cutlery, cups, towels, clothes, or bedding