It follows a recent rise in cases of the highly infectious disease in the UK and Europe, but is the first reported confirmed instance in Ireland this year
An adult with a confirmed case of measles has died in Leinster, the Health Service Executive has confirmed.
READ MORE: Dunnes, SuperValu and Tesco urgently recall popular snack as it 'may contain plastic pieces' The HSE advised patients reporting these symptoms to ring ahead before attending a GP, emergency department or other healthcare provider. They should also say whether they have been in contact with someone who had measles.
The HSE offers MMR vaccines to protect against measles to all children as part of its childhood immunisation schedule. It also offers a catch-up MMR option for children aged 10 years and under who may have missed out on vaccination.
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