On November 2, Health New Zealand confirmed one additional case in the Auckland region. This brings the current total number of known cases nationally to 17.
The new case in Auckland is linked to a previous overseas acquired case. Locations of Interest are being checked, and these will be uploaded to our website as they are confirmed.
Measles cases by region is as follows: Auckland (6), Wellington (6), Manawatū (2), Northland | Te Tai Tokerau (1), Taranaki (1) and Nelson (1).
Measles symptoms can include:
an illness that begins with high fever (over 38 C), cough, runny nose, and sore red eyes (conjunctivitis)
a rash, beginning on the face and gradually spreading down the body to the arms and legs, which can last up to one week
If you suspect you may have measles, please phone ahead before visiting your doctor, or your Hauora Māori Provider or Pacific health provider so they can take precautions to prevent measles spreading. You can call Healthline for free anytime on 0800 611 116 for information and advice.
Immunization is the best protection against measles. When given from 12 months of age, two doses of the Measles Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine protects about 99 per cent of people from getting measles.