Spain: Six measles cases have been confirmed in Mallorca in unvaccinated persons, representing the first cases reported in the Balearic Islands in 2026. The outbreak was identified on 7 August and linked to a paediatric tourist from another European country who attended the emergency department at Son Espases Hospital on 19 July. Secondary cases developed symptoms from late July onwards.
Sweden: On 17 Aug 2026, Swedish health authorities reported 19 measles cases linked to the Urkult festival in Näsåker (30 Jul–1 Aug), mostly among children under 18 years. Cases have been reported across several Swedish regions. As the festival attracted visitors from Sweden and other EU countries, further spread is possible.
Measles outbreaks are increasing worldwide.
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.