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Influencer Rozalia Russian contracts shocking viral infection during Melbourne Cup Carnival and reveals terrifying rash
Rozalia Russian has revealed how she had her Melbourne Cup Carnival experience ruined after contracting a painful viral infection shortly before the big race.
The influencer, 36, who is married to businessman Nick Russian, 45, shared a lengthy Instagram post detailing her health woes and showing off her nasty eye rash (pictured) Despite her pain, she still headed back to Flemington Racecourse on Tuesday to soak up the atmosphere at the Melbourne Cup - one of the top events in the Aussie social calendar. The virus responsible for shingles can be spread to a person who has not had chickenpox disease or vaccinations when they come into contact - directly or indirectly - with the fluid contained in the rash blisters.
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