Epidemic Control

noun a contagious viral infection characterized by a distinctive red rash

• Rubella, also known as German measles, is a contagious viral infection that can cause serious complications in pregnant women.
• I heard that rubella is going around at school, so make sure you stay up to date on your vaccinations.
• My friend caught rubella and now she's stuck at home for two weeks.
• The spread of misinformation is like a rubella outbreak, causing harm and confusion among the population.

noun a type of virus that infects ruminant animals such as cattle and sheep, causing fever, diarrhea, and birth defects in offspring

• The Schmallenberg virus is a newly emerging pathogen affecting livestock in Europe.
• Have you heard about the Schmallenberg virus spreading among farms in the region?
• That Schmallenberg virus is causing a lot of trouble for farmers, man.
• The spread of the Schmallenberg virus is like a dark cloud looming over the agricultural industry.