Following importation of measles by a traveller from Bali, measles cases have been reported in Cairns and on the Gold Coast with total of 12 cases identified since August 2025. Most cases in Cairns were reported among travelers and backpackers. Cases among healthcare staff have been reported in Cairns hospital.
Measles spread quickly and can be dangerous - protection is simple: get vaccinated!
Swiss recommendations: All persons born after 1963 who have no documented protection against the infection (antibodies or 2 documented vaccinations) should be vaccinated twice with MMR vaccine at one month interval. In the event of an epidemic in the region or contact with a measles case, vaccination is recommended from the age of 6 months.