WA Health Issues Warning After Measles Cases Visit Perth and Pilbara, Including Crown Casino
WA Health has issued a warning after two locally acquired measles cases traveled between Perth and the Pilbara, bringing the total cases in WA to 23 for the year. The infectious individuals visited various locations, including the Crown casino and Perth Airport, between June 23 and July 8.
WA Health issued a warning after two measles cases traveled between Perth and the Pilbara, bringing the total cases for the year to 23. The infectious individuals visited various locations including Crown casino and Perth Airport from June 23 to July 8.
The latest case had no recent travel history, indicating undetected cases in WA. Measles is highly contagious, spreading through airborne droplets. Symptoms include fever, cough, rash, and more. Those concerned should seek medical care and call ahead to prevent spreading.
People at exposure sites should monitor for symptoms. Those with two measles vaccinations or born before 1966 are immune. Healthdirect: 1800 022 222.
Exposure sites:
- BP Mindarie, Perth Airport, Qantas flights, Newman Airport, Crown Perth, Shell Smart Mart Newman, Zambrero Scarborough, Revo Fitness Scarborough, Coles Scarborough.
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