The Department of Health has listed three areas in Brimbank as recent measles exposure sites.
The paediatric emergency department, and the emergency department (Ambulance Victoria corridor waiting area) at Sunshine Hospital were listed as exposure sites on Friday 30 January from 4.55am-1.30pm and 4.45am to 5.25am respectively.
Level six of the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital was also listed as an exposure site on the same day between the hours of 1-3.40pm.
The address of all three exposure sites is 176 Furlong Road, St Albans.
Those present at the exposure sites during these times should monitor for symptoms up to Tuesday 17 February.
Measles symptoms usually start with fever, cough, runny nose, red or sore eyes or feeling generally unwell.
This is usually followed by a rash which often starts on the face before spreading down the body.
If symptoms develop, seek medical care.
If attending a health service, call the health service beforehand to inform them you may have been exposed to measles and wear a face mask.
