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.
  

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.

Other resources

• Sector relevant information on measles can be found at health.vic
• Consumer relevant information on measles can be found at Better Health Channel.