Measles by William Colby Rucker
Measles is a novel about a young girl named Sarah who is diagnosed with the measles virus. She is sent to a hospital to be treated, but the virus is so contagious that the hospital is forced to quarantine her. As Sarah struggles to cope with her illness, she discovers the power of friendship and the strength of her own spirit. The novel follows Sarah as she navigates the hospital, makes friends with the other patients, and learns to cope with her illness. Along the way, she discovers the power of hope and the importance of family. As Sarah's story unfolds, readers will be inspired by her courage and determination. Measles is a story of hope, courage, and resilience. It is a story of a young girl who finds strength in the face of adversity and discovers the power of friendship. It is a story of a family that stands by her side and helps her through her illness. It is a story of a community that rallies around her and helps her to heal.
By William Colby Rucker · First published 1913 · Genre: Medical Non-Fiction, Biography, History · 2,793 words
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Over 11,000 American children died of measles in the year 1910. This did not include a large number who died of broncho-pneumonia, a great number of cases of which, in children, are caused by measles. Sixty-eight and two-tenths per cent of all deaths from broncho-pneumonia occur in children under 5 years of age, a time of life when measles is most apt to occur.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: William Colby Rucker
- Date: 1913 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Medical Non-Fiction, Biography, History, Science
- Length: 2,793 words
- Structure: 1 section, 39 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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- Medical Non-Fiction — The book is about the medical condition of measles, and is written by a medical professional.
- Biography — The book is written by William Colby Rucker, and may include biographical information about him.
- History — The book may include historical information about the medical condition of measles.
- Science — The book is about a medical condition, and may include scientific information about it.
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