There are current measles exposure locations in NSW. See the table below for details, dates and times.
Increased measles activity has also been reported in Western Australia .
There is a risk of measles infection for people who have been in the same location as someone with measles.
The table below shows locations in NSW recently visited by a person who was infectious with measles.
People who have visited any of these locations during the dates and times below, are advised to:
People who visited the following locations on the dates and times listed should watch for symptoms and seek medical advice if symptoms occur.
There is no ongoing risk of measles at these locations.
Times are in AEDT unless otherwise specified.
Anyone who has visited any of the above locations on the dates and times listed and 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
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.
For more information on measles, view the measles fact sheet.
To see recent measles alerts in NSW, visit NSW Health media releases.
