Measles Alert Issued After Infected Traveler Passes Through Sydney Airport

Health officials urge vigilance for symptoms following potential exposure on January 17 at Sydney Airport and during connected flights.

A traveler infected with measles arrived in Sydney on Jetstar flight JQ4 from Honolulu on January 17, spending time at the international terminal before transferring to a domestic flight to the Gold Coast.
NSW Health has identified potential exposure times at Sydney Airport's international terminal (4:30 PM - 6:30 PM) and domestic terminal T3 (6:30 PM - 9:00 PM) on January 17.
Passengers on Jetstar flight JQ4 and Qantas flight QF596, as well as those present at the identified airport locations, are advised to monitor for symptoms until February 4.
Symptoms of measles include fever, runny nose, sore eyes, cough, and a red, blotchy rash that typically appears 3-4 days after initial symptoms.
Health officials emphasize the importance of up-to-date measles vaccinations, especially for those traveling internationally due to ongoing outbreaks in various regions.