Three new disease posts relating to measles were added to the WHO regional bulletin this week: In Kenya, measles outbreaks have been declared in the counties of Marsabit and Wajir; the Central African Republic has four districts reporting outbreaks – Bimbo, Kouango-Grimari, Alindao Haute-Kotto; and 16 districts of Senegal are said to have crossed the epidemic threshold. Read more
Advice for travellers
Measles occurs in developing and developed countries and unvaccinated travellers are at particular risk, both in transit and during their stay. In general the infection is relatively benign, but complications can result in severe illness or death. Travelvax Australia recommends travellers check their immunisation status for measles and other childhood diseases such as diphtheria, whooping cough (pertussis) and mumps at least 6 weeks before departure. Read more about measles.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.