Measles case numbers reached record lows in Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic, but are on the rise again as the highly contagious infection makes a resurgence around the world.

Endemic measles were eliminated in Australia in 2014 and though outbreaks still occur around the country, most cases can be traced back to overseas infections.

These outbreaks are also quickly contained to prevent the infection from spreading and the last time Australia recorded more than 60 cases in a single year was in 2019.

But measles are experiencing a resurgence around the world, with outbreaks recorded in several countries frequented by Australian travellers, including the US, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

Other countries currently experiencing outbreaks include Yemen, Pakistan, India, Ethiopia

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