"New measles case identified in Queensland, bringing total to 30 for the year."
TL;DR
A fourth measles case linked to a Brisbane concert brings the total to four, with Queensland Health urging attendees to monitor symptoms for three weeks. Symptoms include fever, rash, and recovery typically within days.
A fourth person has been confirmed with measles linked to a concert in Brisbane, bringing the total to four cases. The outbreak emerged from an October concert at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre, with cases identified across suburbs in and around Logan. Queensland Health has released an alert warning attendees to watch for symptoms for up to three weeks. Symptoms include fever, lethargy, runny nose, moist cough, and red eyes. A red rash develops after a few days, often starting on the face. Treatment includes rest, hydration, and over-the-counter pain relief. Most people recover within four days of a rash appearing.
