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Three new measles cases emerged in Cairns, raising the total to 12. Health officials updated exposure sites, urging individuals who visited these locations to monitor symptoms and seek medical advice if necessary.
Cairns reported three new measles cases, bringing the total to 12 since last Friday. The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service updated exposure sites, including Earlville Shopping Town, Edmonton, and Cairns Hospital. Health officials stress the importance of recognizing symptoms such as fever, severe cough, red eyes, and a blotchy rash, which typically appear 7 to 18 days after exposure. Residents who visited the identified locations should monitor for symptoms for up to 20 days afterward. If symptoms manifest, they should contact their GP or call 13 HEALTH for advice on testing. Queensland Health is actively tracking the outbreak and providing updates on exposure sites. The public is urged to remain vigilant to prevent further spread of the disease. Measles poses significant health risks, particularly in unvaccinated populations.