Measles outbreak - Information pack for healthcare services

January 23, 2025

There has been an increase in measles cases in returned travellers across Australia, with outbreaks reported in South-East Asia, including Vietnam and Thailand.

The department has prepared an information pack to assist healthcare services in managing the outbreak. 

The information pack includes:

  • Posters for display in clinics (English and Vietnamese), including one to assist with triaging patients.
  • Factsheets for patients if required (please note one has been made for the general population, and another with nuanced information for Vietnamese community members)
  • Social media tiles to share with your networks, or on your platforms.
Download information pack

Key actions for healthcare professionals

  • Be alert for measles symptoms, especially in patients with recent travel history.
  • Test and notify the Department of Health immediately if measles is suspected.
  • Isolate suspected cases and take precautions to prevent transmission.
  • Ensure patients born after 1965 are fully vaccinated with two doses of MMR vaccine.
  • Promote measles vaccination for those travelling overseas, including infants from 6 months of age.

Key actions for services

  • Share information about measles symptoms and vaccination with your networks, particularly in at-risk groups like the Vietnamese community.
  • Display posters in visible locations and share social media content through your channels.

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