Signs and symptoms of measles include cold-like symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing and a cough
There have been 13 outbreaks of measles this year in Ireland with up to twelve people infected in the worst outbreak. Illustration: Paul Scott
“For any passenger on this bus journey who is a pregnant woman, immunocompromised, or under the age of 12 months old, please immediately contact your GP or hospital clinician for advice,” the HSE said. “This is because immediate treatment may be beneficial.”Ten of the best bakeries in IrelandOther symptoms include sore red eyes, a temperature of 38 degrees or above, and a rash, which usually appears on the head and neck first before spreading to the rest of the body.
“The best way to protect yourself and those around you against measles is with two MMR vaccinations. This can be arranged with your GP.” Some 56,634 measles cases and four deaths were officially reported across 45 out of 53 countries in the WHO European region during the first three months of 2024. Throughout 2023, 61,070 cases and 13 deaths were reported by 41 countries.
The programme seeks to deliver the MMR vaccine to those who may have missed it in the past and will include children, young adults and healthcare workers.VHI to hike premiums for second time in 2024 amid ‘sustained’ cost increases
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