Health Minister Simeon Brown says it is important to get vaccinated against the infectious disease.
“Cases of measles continue to rise, and there’s never been a better time to act.
“Measles is one of the most infectious viruses in the world – a single case can infect 12 to 18 unvaccinated people."
The Minister is encouraging people aged over 12 months to get their free Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccines.
“Extra clinics are running throughout the week. If your child is 12 months or older and hasn’t yet had the MMR vaccine – don’t delay."
Parents and students have been concerned about schooling with the outbreaks, but Associate Health Minister David Seymour says children should still be attending.
“If there hasn’t been a confirmed case of measles at a school, all students should continue attending – regardless of their vaccination status.”
This is following updated advice from the Director-General of Health.
The goal is to immunise 95% of the population before an outbreak can be ruled out. The immunisation percentage sat at 85% in June.
