Major city hits with serious measles outbreak alert—are you at risk?
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Health alerts continue to be a critical part of our lives, especially for those who are more vigilant about our health.
In a concerning development, residents and visitors of a major city have been put on high alert for measles following a second urgent warning issued by health authorities.
The Western Australia Department of Health has issued a warning for anyone who was on the Singapore Airlines SQ225 flight on 8 December or who visited Terminal 1 at Perth Airport between 5:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. on the same day.
If you or someone you know was at these locations during the specified times, it's crucial to look for any symptoms of measles.
This recent alert follows a previous warning that was triggered by another infected overseas traveller who arrived in Perth on Jetstar Flight JQ98 from Singapore on 30 November.
This individual is reported to have visited Chemist Warehouse in Armadale and 7-Eleven in Cockburn Central between 3 and 5 December.
Authorities have stated that they do not believe the two cases are related, which may indicate a broader risk of exposure in the community.
Measles can start with symptoms that many of us might brush off as a common cold: fever, tiredness, cough, runny nose, and sore eyes.
However, if left unchecked, these can develop into a red, non-itchy rash over the next few days, typically beginning on the face before spreading to the rest of the body.
The Department of Health is encouraging anyone who has visited an exposure site to monitor their health closely for 18 days after the potential exposure.
Dr Paul Armstrong, the Director of Communicable Disease Control at WA Department of Health, has urged anyone with symptoms to seek medical attention promptly.
'If symptoms develop, wear a mask and seek medical care,' he advised.
'Call ahead before presenting at a clinic or emergency department so staff can ensure you do not infect other patients and staff.'
Measles is highly preventable with vaccination, and it's part of the standard immunisation schedule.
However, if you were born before 1966, you may not have received the vaccination, as it was not widely available until after that time.
In such cases, it's especially important to be aware of the symptoms and to take precautions to avoid exposure.
Members take this warning seriously and spread the word to friends and family.
Measles is a highly infectious virus that can have severe consequences, particularly for those with weakened immune systems or other health issues.
Have you or someone you know been affected by the recent measles warnings? Share your experiences in the comments below.
In a concerning development, residents and visitors of a major city have been put on high alert for measles following a second urgent warning issued by health authorities.
The Western Australia Department of Health has issued a warning for anyone who was on the Singapore Airlines SQ225 flight on 8 December or who visited Terminal 1 at Perth Airport between 5:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. on the same day.
If you or someone you know was at these locations during the specified times, it's crucial to look for any symptoms of measles.
A measles outbreak alert has been identified in Perth for the second time. Credit: kjpargeter / Freepik
This recent alert follows a previous warning that was triggered by another infected overseas traveller who arrived in Perth on Jetstar Flight JQ98 from Singapore on 30 November.
This individual is reported to have visited Chemist Warehouse in Armadale and 7-Eleven in Cockburn Central between 3 and 5 December.
Authorities have stated that they do not believe the two cases are related, which may indicate a broader risk of exposure in the community.
Measles can start with symptoms that many of us might brush off as a common cold: fever, tiredness, cough, runny nose, and sore eyes.
However, if left unchecked, these can develop into a red, non-itchy rash over the next few days, typically beginning on the face before spreading to the rest of the body.
The Department of Health is encouraging anyone who has visited an exposure site to monitor their health closely for 18 days after the potential exposure.
Dr Paul Armstrong, the Director of Communicable Disease Control at WA Department of Health, has urged anyone with symptoms to seek medical attention promptly.
'If symptoms develop, wear a mask and seek medical care,' he advised.
'Call ahead before presenting at a clinic or emergency department so staff can ensure you do not infect other patients and staff.'
Measles is highly preventable with vaccination, and it's part of the standard immunisation schedule.
However, if you were born before 1966, you may not have received the vaccination, as it was not widely available until after that time.
In such cases, it's especially important to be aware of the symptoms and to take precautions to avoid exposure.
Members take this warning seriously and spread the word to friends and family.
Measles is a highly infectious virus that can have severe consequences, particularly for those with weakened immune systems or other health issues.
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