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French health authorities via a media report have reported a rise in measles cases at the Val-Thorens ski resort, one of the highest in the Alps and a popular destination for both French and foreign tourists. The ARS regional health agency for the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes district recorded 18 cases. The ARS recorded just eight cases in the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region in 2016; 45 in 2017 and 84 last year (2018).
Travel may increase an individual’s risk of exposure to measles virus, and facilitate the spread of disease to unvaccinated and susceptible populations. The travel consultation provides healthcare practitioners with a valuable opportunity to ensure individuals are protected against the measles virus. Consider vaccinating:
It should be confirmed that children have received their recommended doses of MMR at 12-13 months of age and again pre-school around 3 years 4 months. Consider vaccinating all unimmunised adults who have not had the disease themselves, particularly if they are going to be at higher risk. Two doses of MMR vaccine, at least one month apart, are required to give adequate protection.
For further information see Measles
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