Sydney on High Alert: Measles Exposure from Recent Traveler

NSW Health has issued an urgent alert for possible measles exposure after an infected traveler from Vietnam visited multiple locations across Sydney. The individual, who arrived on Jetstar flight JQ62 on March 10, was infectious while visiting several public places including Sydney International Airport, cafes, and medical facilities. This case comes amid a significant measles outbreak in Vietnam, which has reported nearly 40,000 suspected cases and five deaths this year. Exposure Locations and Times People who were at the following locations should monitor for symptoms until April 2: Recognizing Measles Symptoms Dr. Vicky Sheppeard, Director of Public Health for South … Continue reading Sydney on High Alert: Measles Exposure from Recent Traveler