05/05/2025
Please check on myGov if you are fully immunised against Measles. If not the department recommends a booster dose.
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There is currently an increased risk of measles in greater Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, with a number of new exposure sites identified in addition to the ongoing risk of measles importation in Victoria in travellers returning from overseas.
A new measles case has recently been reported in Victoria involving a person who has recently returned from Pakistan and was infectious on Emirates flight EK408 from Dubai to Melbourne on 24 April 2025.
👉Measles is a highly infectious disease and can cause serious illness.
👉Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others.
👉Two doses of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine are required for immunity.
👉If you were born during or after 1966 and haven’t had two doses, or you don’t know, get vaccinated.
👉The MMR vaccine is widely available at GPs and pharmacies. No Medicare card is required to get a state funded MMR vaccine.
👉Anyone planning to go overseas should make sure their routine vaccinations are up to date, including the MMR vaccine.
👉Anyone who develops symptoms of measles should seek medical care and testing for measles. Wear a face mask and call ahead.
For a list of symptoms to monitor, as well as updated exposure sites, please visit: https://go.vic.gov.au/4m4ogzo
