Warning issued after person with measles visited gas station, brewery, and doctor's office.

Sydney residents, listen up! An important measles alert has been announced by NSW Health. Apparently, an infected individual recently returned from south-east Asia and made their way around the Inner West, unknowingly spreading the virus. This person visited several locations, including a service station, brewery, and medical centre, and anyone who was at these places during specific times should be on high alert.

Specifically, if you happened to be at the Metro Petroleum Enmore Road in Enmore between 6:15 am and 7 am on November 7, please be extra cautious and keep an eye out for any symptoms. The same goes for those who visited Philter Brewing Public Bar in Marrickville between 6:30 pm and 10 pm on November 7, and Marrickville Medical Centre in Marrickville between 9:15 am and 11 am on November 10. It's important to note that there is no longer a risk of contracting the virus at these locations, but it's always better to be safe than sorry.

Dr. Isabel Hess, the Acting Director of Public Health for Sydney Local Health District, has emphasized the importance of monitoring oneself for any signs of measles if you were present at these venues during the specified times. Symptoms may include fever, sore eyes, and a persistent cough, followed by a distinct rash that spreads from the head and face to the rest of the body within three to four days. If you do experience these symptoms, please seek medical attention as soon as possible.

It's worth noting that it can take up to 18 days for symptoms to show up after being exposed to the virus, so even if you visited these places a few weeks ago, it's still crucial to be vigilant until November 28, 2024. As a precaution, anyone with measles symptoms is advised to call ahead to their GP or hospital before visiting, to avoid infecting other patients in the waiting room.

Dr. Hess also stressed the importance of being up to date with measles vaccinations. The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is available for free for children at 12 and 18 months of age. For those born after 1965 who have not yet received two doses of the vaccine, it is also free in NSW.

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