GPs are being forced to ration measles vaccines to patients because of supply problems.
The Federal Government and GPs have been working to find alternatives after pharmaceuticals manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline Australia reported that two of its measles vaccines are facing supply constraints.
AMA President Dr Bartone said the supply constraints had meant GPs were rationing the current supply.
"Many of our members are reporting some difficulties in obtaining supplies and, in some cases, are having to appropriately ration supplies to necessary cases," he said.
"Measles knows no boundaries and all people should be very clear about their (immunity) status and have that conversation with their family doctor."
Dr Bartone said the public health message to get vaccinated is still particularly relevant for those planning to travel to tourist hotspots in southeast Asia where Australians have been infected with measles.
Up until April 5 this year, there have been 83 cases of measles reported nationally, compared to 103 cases in 2018.
The AMA has urged the Government to fund universal catch-up vaccinations for all Australians through the National Immunisation Program.
"A universal catch-up program would be the way to restore herd immunity right across the Australian landscape at above 95 per cent or more," Dr Bartone said.
