Health info (Measles)

Friday, 24th October 2025 at 10:00am

MEASLES - a message from GBHS's Nurse Team:

Health officials are warning there's a strong likelihood measles is spreading in the community after four cases, including two children, were confirmed this week.

Two cases are in Manawatū, one in Nelson and one in Auckland that was linked to overseas travel.

Please click on the links below for fact sheets with all the up to date information about measles including new locations of interest, vaccination and how to check if you are protected, symptoms, and what to do if you have measles or are a close contact.

• Locations of interest and advice for close and casual contacts

• Health NZ Info on Measles including other languages and alternate formats