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Measles outbreak centred on Te Awamutu but will spread
Measles outbreak centred on Te Awamutu but will spread
There is an outbreak of measles in the Waikato,
which seems at this stage to be centred on Te Awamutu and
surrounding communities.
It appears to have started about a week ago.
A number of young people have become ill at a similar time - the source of their infection is at this stage unknown, says Medical Officer of Health Dr Dell Hood, pictured.
They may already have infected other NON IMMUNE
people so more cases are likely.
The incubation period
for measles is usually 10 - 12 days but may be longer, she
said.
* Measles is a severe illness which begins with
fever, cough, sore eyes, and generally feeling unwell. THE
RASH DOES NOT APPEAR FOR SOME DAYS, and the case remains
unwell for several more days after the rash appears. ends
Healthy People. Excellent Care Waikato District Health Board (DHB) employs over 6500 people and plans, funds and provides hospital and health services to more than 391,770 people in a region covering eight per cent of New Zealand.
*
People with measles can spread it to others from the
beginning of their illness until four days after their rash
has appeared.
* People who may have been in contact
with measles will be protected if they have had two doses of
Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Check with your
doctor or nurse if you are not sure if you or your children
are protected.
* Anyone in contact with a case who is
not immune or not immunised must stay away from work, school
or preschool, stay at home and avoid visitors for 14 days,
to avoid spreading the illness
* Anyone who thinks
they or their child may have measles should call their
family doctor or Healthline for more advice. If visits to
the doctor or laboratory are needed, please call in advance
so contact with other people can be minimised.
*
Healthline's phone number is 0800 611 116 or
* For
more information
www.waikatodhb.health.nz/measlesWaikato District Health Board
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