There is currently an increased risk of measles in the Macedon Ranges.
A number of exposure sights have been published by the state government after two new measles cases were reported in Victoria, with one locally acquired with no known links to recent cases of measles.
There are four exposure sites in the Macedon Ranges, all from Saturday, April 19. They are:
– Holgate Brewhouse, 79 High St, Woodend from 12.30pm to 1.20pm
– Paysanne Cafe, 112 High St, Woodend from 12pm to 1.55pm
– Woolworths, 7-11 Jennings St, Kyneton from 3.30pm to 4.30pm
– Musk Lane Wine, 1 Turner’s Lne, Kyneton from 4.30pm to 6.15pm
Chief health officer Dr Evelyn Wong recommends anyone who has attended an exposure site during the specified times should monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if symptoms develop for up to 18 days after the exposure, until Wednesday, May 7.
Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, sore or red eyes, runny nose, and feeling generally unwell, followed by a red maculopapular rash.
The rash typically starts on the face before spreading down the body. Symptoms can develop seven to 18 days after exposure.
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others, with two doses of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine required for immunity.
For a full list of exposure sights, visit health.vic.gov.au/health-alerts/new-measles-case-in-victoria-4
