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Measles in Russia

21 November 2011

A measles outbreak has been recorded in the Rostov region. Since the middle of October 2011, the disease has affected more than 20 people. No cases of measles had been recorded in the region during the previous 2 years according to Health and Social Development in the Rostov region.

Advice for Travellers

It should be confirmed that children have received their recommended doses of MMR at 12-15 months of age and again pre-school around 3 years 6 months, while unimmunised adults who have not had the disease themselves may consider vaccination if thought to be at risk. Two doses of MMR vaccine are required to give adequate protection.