Source: Radio New Zealand
The measles virus, the US CDC says measles is very contagious and can be serious, and anyone who is not protected against the virus is at risk. Supplied/ US CDC
Another measles case has been confirmed, taking the national total to 28 – 22 of which are no longer infectious.
Health New Zealand said the latest case is in Wellington.
New locations of interest include Dunedin Hospital’s Emergency Department waiting room and triage on the afternoon of Tuesday, 2 November.
Health New Zealand said it’s highly likely that several of the cases confirmed on Wednesday can be linked back to exposure at Auckland Airport’s domestic terminal last month.
Health NZ said people should stay up-to-date with locations of interest online, check their immunisation status, and if need be get vaccinated – especially if planning to travel overseas.
“Two doses of the MMR vaccine (after the age of 12 months) protect about 99 percent of people from getting measles.”
It said people should allow two weeks for immunity to develop following vaccination, and also encouraged those returning from overseas to monitor for symptoms.
Those with measles symptoms, including fever, cough, runny or red eyes, and a rash starting at the face, should contact Healthline on 0800 611 116, or their usual healthcare provider.
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