Pandemic planning
Information on Measles outbreak
Measles is a highly infectious notifiable disease with serious complications. About one in 1000 people who get measles die from the disease.
There has been a big rise in the number of measles cases reported around the country, with the number of notified cases so far this year already 18 times higher than the total number of cases last year.
The Ministry of Health has issued information about how TEOs can help prevent the spread of measles and what to do if an outbreak occurs.
Information on the influenza virus
The TEC has gathered the following information to assist TEOs in preparing for an influenza pandemic.
This information has been gathered in conjunction with other government departments. It includes:
The TEC encourages all TEOs to check the TEC website for regular updates.
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