NSW Health is advising people to be alert for signs and symptoms of measles after another two cases were confirmed in Sydney.
One case acquired measles locally in Sydney from a known case earlier this month, and the other case recently returned from South-East Asia.
There is currently an increased risk of measles in NSW, with 11 cases confirmed since 1 December 2025. As people return from overseas holidays, it is expected that additional cases may be identified.
The recently confirmed cases visited many locations across Sydney while unknowingly infectious, including healthcare facilities. These locations do not pose an ongoing risk.
The list of exposure locations and times is regularly updated on the NSW Health website: www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/measles/Pages/public-exposure-locations.aspx
Dr Christine Selvey, Executive Director of Health Protection NSW said people should monitor for symptoms of measles and check the list of locations on the NSW Health website to see if they visited any of these at the listed time.
"If symptoms develop and you've been at one of the locations at the time listed on the website, see your doctor or health service, including an emergency department. Call ahead to let them know that you may have come into contact with measles so you don't spend time in waiting rooms with other patients," Dr Selvey said.
"Symptoms to watch out for include fever, runny nose, sore eyes and a cough, usually followed three or four days later by a red, blotchy rash that spreads from the head to the rest of the body."
Measles is a vaccine preventable disease that is spread through the air when someone who is infectious coughs or sneezes.
"Importantly, we want to remind the community to make sure they are up to date with their vaccinations. The measles vaccine can prevent the disease even after exposure, if given early enough," Dr Selvey said.
"Anyone born after 1965 needs to ensure they have had two doses of measles vaccine. This is especially important before overseas travel, as measles outbreaks are occurring in several regions of the world at the moment."
The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and effective, and is given free for children at 12 and 18 months of age. It is also free in NSW for anyone born after 1965 who hasn't already had two doses.
Children under the age of 12 months can have a dose of MMR from six months of age if they are travelling overseas. Parents should consult their GP.
People who are unsure of whether they have had two doses should get a vaccine, as additional doses are safe. This is particularly important prior to travel. MMR vaccine is available from GPs (all ages) and pharmacies (people over 5 years of age).
For more information on measles, view the measles factsheet or measles information for travellers.
People can also visit the Australian Government Smart Traveller website for information on health risks, including measles outbreaks relevant to their travel destination.
If you, or a loved one, is experiencing measles symptoms, or have questions about measles, please call your GP or Healthdirect on 1800 022 222.
