European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has issued warnings about an alarming rise in measles cases across Europe. Between March 23 and Oct February 24, there have been 5770 measles cases reported in several EU Member States, including 5 deaths. There is also an increase in pertussis cases has been reported since mid-2023 in several EU/EEA countries, with preliminary data indicating a more than 10-fold increase in cases in 2023 and 2024 compared to 2022 and 2021. Read more
Advice for travellers
Travelvax Australia recommends travellers check their status for these and other routine childhood immunisations, such as tetanus, diphtheria, measles, chickenpox and whooping cough (pertussis) ahead of departure.
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.