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HPSC confirms fifth case of measles in Ireland

HPSC confirms fifth case of measles in Ireland — The HSE said it is now finalising plans for the broader rollout of a proactive MMR vaccine catch-up programme. Picture: Getty Images

Fri, 15 Mar, 2024 - 13:37

Steven Heaney and David Kent

A fifth case of measles has been confirmed in Ireland.

The Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) confirmed the case, in its Infectious Disease Weekly Report.

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