IASAÚDE warns against the risk of measles in travel

The Institute of Health Administration (IASaúde) issued a statement issued today by the Directorate General of Health, alerting on the risk of importation of measles cases in Portugal by infected travelers. "Presence of measles outbreaks in several countries of Europe, America, Africa and Asia" and the holiday period, with the greatest circulation of travelers, the note recalls the importance of vaccination before traveling to other countries or regions

General Health therefore recommends "preferably 4 to 6 weeks prior to travel to consult your individual health report ("Vaccination Bulletin") and, if necessary, vaccinate and vaccinate your family members. " [19659002] The National Vaccination Program (PNV) recommends 2 doses of measles, mumps

and rubella (VASPR) vaccine at 12 months and 5 years.

For travelers to countries or regions where measles outbreaks occur and do not have a credible history of the disease, the PNV recommends the following:

] Between 6 and 12 months (≥ 6 months and <12 months)

The dose administered between 6 and 11 months of age is called the "zero" dose and the recommended regimen should be followed in the PNV,

Between 12 months and 18 years of age (≥ 12 months and <18 years)

Must be vaccinated as recommended in the PNV (12 months and 5 years), anticipating the 2nd dose of VASPR (if applicable), provided that the minimum interval between doses is observed (4 weeks).

From 18 years (≥ 18 years)

They must be vaccinated with 1 dose of VASPR, if they have no measles immunization record, or hist

The same note recalls that "measles is one of the most contagious infectious diseases that can cause serious illness in unvaccinated persons" and that "vaccination remains the best way to prevent measles. "

Vaccination against measles in Madeira is carried out free of charge in the health services of the RAM Health Service, EPE In case of doubt, users can contact the health center of their region of residence.