Measles public exposure locations in NSW

This page is currently being updated with known locations of measles exposure in NSW related to a measles case in Queensland. Please check back later.

Increased measles activity has been reported in Western Australia and Queensland.

Who is at risk?

There is a risk of measles infection for any people who have been in the same location as someone with measles.

Anyone who is not immune to measles is at risk of measles infection. While rare, immune people may develop a mild illness.

People are not immune to measles if

they have never had measles infection or
they were born during or after 1966 and have not received two doses of a measles-containing vaccine or
they have a weakened immune system (e.g., people who are receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy for cancer or people who take high-dose steroid medications), even if they have been fully immunised or have had past measles infection.

People travelling overseas to areas with measles cases are also at risk if they are not immune.

People who have received two measles vaccinations and those born before 1966 are considered immune to measles. If you, or someone you care for, has not received two doses of the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine (MMR vaccine) or are unsure, speak to your GP.

If you are travelling, make sure you are fully vaccinated against measles before leaving Australia. Children under the age of 12 months can have a dose of MMR from six months of age if they are travelling overseas. Parents should speak to their GP.

If you, or a loved one, is experiencing measles symptoms, or have questions about measles, please call your GP or healthdirect on 1800 022 222.