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Public Health 'not notified' of any measles cases on Island

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It's as the number of cases has been rising in the UK

Public Health Isle of Man says it hasn't been notified of any measles cases in the Island.

It's after the death of a child at Alder Hey Children's Hospital.

Public Health says it's aware of the rising number of cases of the disease in the UK, especially in London and Merseyside.

It's working with health partners to monitor the situation and increase the Island's preparedness in the event of any cases here.

Measles can be particularly serious for people in certain 'at risk' groups including babies and small children, pregnant women and people with weakened immunity.

Public Health says it can spread very quickly in places such as nurseries, schools and healthcare settings if people have not had two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.

It usually starts with cold-like symptoms - a high temperature, a runny or blocked nose, sneezing, a cough, red sore or watery eyes - followed by a non-itchy, red-brown rash about three to five days later. 

Some people may also get small white spots in their mouth.

If you suspect you or a family member has the disease, you should see your GP but call ahead before attending the surgery.

You can find out more here.

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