Victoria’s measles alert widens as extra cases emerge and exposure sites list grows

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Multiple exposure sites including a Woolworths have been listed by health authorities in Victoria after new cases of measles emerged in the state.

A measles alert in Victoria has widened after new cases were identified, with the state's health authority listing multiple exposure sites including a Woolworths.

"These cases attended several public venues in Victoria while infectious. Two cases were also infectious on flights," an alert said.More exposure sites have been listed by health authorities in Victoria. Picture: iStock Other exposure sites include the Craigieburn Post Office from 11.15am to 12.30pm on Wednesday, February 28, and the Better Choice Werribee Petrol Station at President Park between 5pm and 5.30pm on Friday, March 1.

"Anyone who attended a listed exposure site during the specified date and time may have been exposed to measles and should monitor for symptoms for up to 18 days after exposure," the Department of Health said.

Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)

 

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