Four cases of measles have been detected at the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children, Consultant Paediatrician at the hospital Dr. Deepal Perera said.
Speaking to the media yesterday, Dr. Perera stated that 12 children have shown symptoms of measles as of Monday (10), while four are confirmed to have contracted the disease.
“Measles symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, and watery eyes. It also includes a type of rash on the body known as the Measles rash,” he explained.
Dr. Perera further revealed that children who had failed to obtain the MMR vaccine for measles are among those with symptoms of the disease.
“The MMR vaccine is provided at 09 months and three years for children free of charge. We advise parents to obtain these vaccines for their children to ensure their health and safety,” he added.
Dr. Deepal Perera warned that a significant increase in measles has been observed in the past few days, and urged parents to remain vigilant as it could result in severe health complications for the children.
He also urged parents to obtain the MMR vaccine for measles without fail for their children to prevent such health complications. (NewsWire)