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Important notice – Measles
Our records show that you/your child attended Doncaster Royal Infirmary’s Emergency Department on Saturday 24 February OR Monday 26 February 2024.
We are contacting you as a precautionary measure to provide information about measles as we are aware someone who attended the service on the dates stated above is suspected of the illness.
What is measles?
Measles is an infection which can spread very easily. People with measles can get a cough, runny nose, reddened eyes, rash and fever. Measles for most won’t be serious, however it can be for people whose immune system is not working normally.
What is the risk of catching measles?
Most older children and adults are immune to measles – either because they had measles as a child or because they have been vaccinated – and so are very unlikely to catch measles.
Who is at a higher risk?
- People with a weakened immune system
- Pregnant women
- Children under one year.
If you are well: You do not need to take any action.
What if you become unwell? If you become symptomatic (within three weeks of your attendance) if you become unwell and suspect it could be measles, please contact NHS 111 for advice in the first instance. It’s important not to directly attend the Emergency Department or a GP surgery unless you or your child is seriously unwell. Before visiting your doctor, make sure to call ahead so that precautions can be taken to prevent the spread of the illness to others
If you would like more information on measles: Please visit the following page: http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/measles/Pages/Introduction.aspx
Your sincerely,
Dr Kenneth Agwuh
Director of Infection and Control
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospital
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