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South Australia health authorities
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A measles outbreak is spreading across South Australia, prompting public health concern and coverage in national media. Health authorities are expected to urge residents to check their vaccination status as cases rise, with the highly contagious virus raising fears of further transmission across the state and possibly into neighbouring regions.
- 2Adelaide measles outbreak puts hospital and venue on alert▼Hospital and entertainment venue on alert as Adelaide measles outbreak spreads
Health authorities in Adelaide, South Australia, have issued alerts after a measles outbreak spread further through the city. A hospital and an entertainment venue have both been named as exposure sites, with staff and visitors warned to watch for symptoms. Measles is highly contagious, and officials are urging anyone who may have been exposed to check their vaccination status and seek medical advice if unwell.