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Health experts 'alert' not 'alarmed' as measles cases rise in Australia

Australia reported 102 measles cases through May 24, 2026, compared with 78 cases in the same period last year, according to the Australian Centre for Disease Control. Many cases involved travellers returning from South and South-East Asia, where deadly outbreaks are occurring. Health experts urged vaccination before travel, emphasizing alertness without alarm about the preventable but serious disease.

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