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On the left, an illustration of a child with spotty marks all over his body. On the right, a child whose complexion is quite pink/red.
Illustration of measles and scarlet fever.

Scarlet fever epidemic in New England.

1858

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Illustration of measles and scarlet fever.

Scarlet fever is a more dangerous form of strep throat. Children are at the highest risk for this disease. It is very common throughout the 19th century, and referenced in many novels and children’s books from the era.