Suspected measles case
Publication Date: Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:09
The Department of Health is reporting a suspected case of measles on the Isle of Man.
A teenager is believed to have contracted it abroad as there have been cases in a number of European countries.
Close contacts of the teenager have been identified and contacted.
Public Health Officials warn it's not just a trivial childhood infection as it can lead to serious complications.
They advise people should be vaccinated against measles.
