So far in 2025, there have been 59 cases of measles reported across Australia compared to 57 in the whole of 2024.
Ten of this year’s cases have been in children 4 years and younger.

This underscores the need for vaccination rates to improve to prevent further outbreaks of this highly contagious disease.
Measles is a viral illness that can be spread when an infected person breathes, coughs, sneezes and talks. It usually starts with flu-like symptoms which may include:
• fever
• fatigue
• severe cough
• conjunctivitis
• runny nose
• white spots in the mouth

You will be immune against measles if you have been vaccinated or have previously had measles.
If you or your children do not fit this criteria, speak to your GP by booking an appointment on 8370 9777 or book online here.
For more information about measles vaccinations, click here.