The circumstances of this specific case are still being clarified, and the Health Board is currently identifying and advising close contacts.
Measles is a dangerous and highly contagious infectious disease, which is why early recognition of symptoms and notifying contacts is extremely important. One infected person can transmit the disease to up to 18 unvaccinated people.
The early stage of measles may resemble other viral infections. Initial symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and sensitivity to light. After a few days, a rash appears on the skin, starting behind the ears and spreading to the face and neck. The rash then spreads over the entire body. If symptoms occur, please stay at home and contact your family doctor by phone as soon as possible. Outside of regular office hours, help is available from the family doctor advice line at 1220.
An effective vaccine (the MMR vaccine) is available to prevent measles. If vaccination has been missed, please contact your family doctor as soon as possible to arrange vaccination. People who have had measles acquire lifelong immunity.
