Measles has been considered the most serious childhood disease for many years. Each case of this virus outbreak causes great anxiety and fear. A few days ago, a person with symptoms of infection came to a hospital in Norway. Therefore, we advise what is worth knowing about this disease and how to protect against it?

Oder infection in Norway - the latest information

The Norwegian Institute of Public Health published an entry on its website: "There is a strong suspicion that a resident of Akershus municipality of Nes has measles." It is known from an interview with the patient that the patient recently traveled by train from The Hague to Oslo. (March 26, 2019).

Appeal of the Norwegian Institute of Health - stay alert!

The Norwegian Institute of Health appeals to people traveling on the same route to check whether they have been vaccinated against measles. People working with an infected person should also exercise particular caution and vigilance. Despite the occurrence of a new outbreak of the disease, no connection with previous infection was found.

Are there any reasons for concern? Measles through the eyes of an expert

Nettavisen asked Lars Gullestad for an opinion – general practitioner and general director of the clinic Colosseumklinikken Medisinske Senter in Oslo. His answer is as follows:

“When it comes to measles, we depend on the degree to which society is vaccinated. If more than 95 percent of the population is vaccinated, this helps to avoid measles outbreaks. But if more and more citizens choose not to vaccinate their children, then of course society as a whole will suffer the consequences. "

Measles - what is worth knowing?

Measles is transmitted by airborne droplets. Infection also occurs through contact with discharge from the nasopharynx or with the patient's urine. The first symptoms appear after 10-14 days. At first, we may not notice the first symptoms of infection.

Symptoms of measles infection?

• fever,
• intense cough (dry),
• severe sore throat
• runny nose,
• redness of the eyes and sensitivity to light,
• a face like after hours of crying.

Some symptoms may be mistaken for the flu. However, you should be vigilant and not underestimate even the smallest problems.

Measles - prophylaxis

• vaccinations,
• contact your doctor if any symptoms appear.