A measles outbreak has hit Victoria with five new cases identified recently, raising concerns about local transmission. Two of these cases are locally acquired and linked to a February outbreak. The other three cases were contracted overseas in Bali. Local Transmission Confirmed Health officials confirm that some of these cases have no history of overseas travel or known contact with previous measles cases. This indicates the virus is now spreading within the Victorian community. “Local transmission highlights the need for increased vigilance,” said Dr. Tarun Weeramanthri, emphasizing the risks posed by the highly contagious nature of the virus. The Victorian … Continue reading Victoria Records 13 Measles Cases in 2025, Confirms Local Transmission