Measles epidemiology in Australia: 2014 to 2024

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Authors

Lizzie Gorrell · Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research

Ben Polkinghorne · Australian National University

David N Durrheim · University of Newcastle Australia

Abstract

Australia has sustained measles elimination since 2014; this review of measles epidemiology, demonstrating a predominance of unvaccinated returning international travellers 20-49 years of age, provides strong motivation for maintaining high routine two-dose coverage and promoting measles vaccination to adults travelling internationally.

Topics & Keywords

Virology and Viral Diseases Immune responses and vaccinations Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Communicable Diseases Intelligence

Volume 50

DOI: 10.33321/cdi.2026.50.016

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