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Vaccine-preventable
Measles

An acute, highly contagious viral disease.

Symptoms

Fever and a skin rash with runny nose, conjunctivitis and cough; characterised by white spots on the oral mucosa, with the rash usually appearing on the fourth day of fever.

Incubation period

Usually 10 days, ranging from 7 to 14 days.

Prevention

Review and update routine measles immunisation before travel.

Countries with travel guidance
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Routine
Thailand
Thailand

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Pakistan
Pakistan

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Romania
Romania

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Morocco
Morocco

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Nigeria
Nigeria

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Argentina
Argentina

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Mexico
Mexico

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
India
India

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Indonesia
Indonesia

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Canada
Canada

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Ethiopia
Ethiopia

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Brazil
Brazil

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Belize
Belize

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Bangladesh
Bangladesh

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
United States
United States

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Yemen
Yemen

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
Afghanistan
Afghanistan

Measles is circulating. Ensure routine measles immunisation is up to date before travel.

Routine
These are general requirements and may change. Consult a qualified doctor or travel clinic, and verify current entry rules before you travel.
Important medical disclaimer

Weqaey provides general health information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider or travel clinic. In an emergency, contact local emergency services.

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