Measles Cases in Sydney and Lismore—Were You Exposed?

Two measles cases – one in Sydney and another in Lismore – have put NSW health officials on high alert. A traveler who recently visited busy shopping areas in Sydney after returning from South-East Asia has tested positive for measles, while Lismore faces its second case. Parents with young children who visited places like Westfield Eastgardens during mid-February should watch their kids closely. The early signs of measles can be mistaken for other illnesses – runny nose, fever, tired eyes – but a few days later, the telltale red rash appears, starting from the head and moving down the body. … Continue reading Measles Cases in Sydney and Lismore—Were You Exposed?