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New Zealand’s ongoing measles outbreak has hit the milestone of more than 1,000 confirmed cases.
A total of 1,051 people were affected between 1 January and 5 September, 2019, the ministry of health said.
Measles is a highly contagious and potentially fatal illness that causes coughing, rashes and fever.
Although effective and safe vaccination is available, some developed countries have seen a measles resurgence in past years. Read more