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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported two measles cases in unvaccinated adults with disease onset in March 2018. One of the cases has an epidemiological link with the outbreak in France. As of 15 March 2018, the authorities had reported 21 confirmed and 30 suspected measles cases in the northern region of Portugal. Among the 21 confirmed cases, 19 are healthcare workers. According to the media the outbreak is ongoing in San Antonio hospital in Porto.
Travel may increase an individual’s risk of exposure to measles virus, and facilitate the spread of disease to unvaccinated and susceptible populations. The travel consultation provides healthcare practitioners with a valuable opportunity to ensure individuals are protected against the measles virus. Consider vaccinating:
Charging for Measles Containing Vaccine:
It should be confirmed that children have received their recommended doses of MMR at 12-13 months of age and again pre-school around 3 years 4 months. Consider vaccinating all unimmunised adults who have not had the disease themselves, particularly if they are going to be at higher risk. Two doses of MMR vaccine, at least one month apart, are required to give adequate protection.
For further information see Measles