The Ministry of Health and Medical Services has recorded eight measles and two Rubella cases. In a recent statement, Health Ministry permanent secretary Dr James Fong, said this was determined after initial tests returned positive.
“We have also been made aware that a number of circulating viruses can result in false positive tests for measles and Rubella,” he said.
“Despite this, we are currently conducting preventative supplementary immunisation activities nationwide to mitigate the potential impact of these reported cases.”
He said they also expected certain areas in Fiji to have immunity gaps.
“Globally, World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed concern regarding falls in non-COVID immunisation rates due to the pandemic.
“We have seen this manifest in a number of developed countries.”
