06/11/2025
Measles outbreak update, Thursday 6 Nov
There are no new measles cases today. The total number of confirmed cases remains at 17, and all are no longer infectious.
The outbreak is still ongoing, and Health New Zealand is focused on stamping out further spread. An outbreak can only be declared over after 42 days with no new cases - so we’re not there yet.
⚠️ More cases are expected, and New Zealand remains at high risk.
We’ll keep sharing updates as new information becomes available.
What you can do:
✅ Immunisation is your best protection. Two doses of the MMR vaccine protect ~99% of people.
✅ Check your immunisation status with your healthcare provider.
✅ Get vaccinated at clinics, GPs, or participating pharmacies - many offer walk-ins. Find your closest pharmacy giving MMR on healthpoint.co.nz
✅ Stay home if you're unwell and watch for symptoms.
🩺 Measles symptoms include:
• High fever, cough, runny nose, sore red eyes
• Rash starting on the face, spreading down the body
📞 If you think you have measles, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for advice.
👩⚕️If you want to go to your doctor's clinic, please call ahead before visiting.
🔗 More info: https://info.health.nz/measles-immunity | https://info.health.nz/MeaslesVaccine
