Measles: what to look for and what to do...

It starts like a cold – fever, runny nose, cough, and sore eyes – but then comes the rash.

🔴 The measles rash is red, blotchy and usually starts on the face and neck before spreading down the body. It is a non-blanching rash which means it doesn’t fade when you press it. It often appears around day 3–5 of illness.

⚠️ If you suspect your child has measles:
➡️ Keep them home and away from others
➡️ Call your GP before visiting so they can take precautions
➡️ Seek urgent medical care if you're concerned

✅ And importantly – check that your child’s vaccinations are up to date! Measles is highly contagious, but preventable with the MMR vaccine.

RESOURCES
NSW Health Measles Fact Sheet 👉🏼 https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infecti...
Healthdirect Measles Information 👉🏼 https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/measles
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network Measles Factsheet 👉🏼 https://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/me...
Don't Forget the Bubbles – Measles Overview 👉🏼 https://dontforgetthebubbles.com/meas...