WHO Declares Fiji Free of Measles, Rubella and Trachoma

WHO declares Fiji free of measles, rubella and trachoma

It comes amid a measles outbreak in New Zealand, where 17 cases have been confirmed so far.

Kiwis urged to check immunisation status

The national immunisation week campaign aims to raise awareness about the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine, encourage timely immunisation, and support the health sector’s efforts to stop the spread of measles. Photo supplied Unsplash.com All New Zealanders are urged to check their immunisation status and ensure their families are protected as Health NZ launches Measles Immunisation Week. Health Minister Simeon Brown says cases of measles…

Measles Immunisation Week Campaign Has Launched

Measles cases have been confirmed across multiple regions, including Northland, Auckland, Taranaki, Wellington, and Nelson. Health New Zealand has confirmed signs of community transmission – not just imported cases.

Measles Immunisation Week campaign has launched

Health New Zealand is launching a major nationwide Measles Immunisation Week from 3–7 November, and the Government is urging all New Zealanders to check their immunisation status and make sure their families are protected, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Education Minister David Seymour says. “Cases of measles continue to rise, and there’s never been a better time to act,” Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Measles is one of the most…