Chief Health Officer Dr Christian McGrath has issued an alert to the community that a new measles case has been reported in Victoria in a returned traveller who visited Pakistan.
There is currently an increased risk of measles in greater Melbourne, in addition to the ongoing risk of measles importation in Victoria in travellers returning from overseas.
People who have visited any of the listed exposure sites or spent time in greater Melbourne from late April should monitor for symptoms of measles and follow the instructions below.
Measles is a highly infectious disease and can cause serious illness.
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others.
Free MMR vaccine is available under the National Immunisation Program and state-funded MMR program. No Medicare card is required to access free state funded MMR vaccine