'High probability' of a measles outbreak in Ireland, says health minister 

Stephen Donnelly is urging parents to ensure children under the age of 10 receive an MMR vaccine and there are proposals to launch a catch-up programme at schools and colleges
'High probability' of a measles outbreak in Ireland, says health minister 

Stephen Donnelly has urged parents of children under 10 to ensure they receive an MMR vaccine, as concerns grow over an outbreak. File picture: Getty Images

There is a “high probability” of a measles outbreak in Ireland, the health minister has said, after a risk assessment was carried out.

Stephen Donnelly has urged parents of children under 10 to ensure they receive an MMR vaccine, as concerns grow over an outbreak.

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