The Baixo Alentejo Local Health Unit (Unidade Local de Saúde do Baixo Alentejo or ULSBA) has confirmed three cases of measles in adults aged 30 to 55 in Beja. Health authorities have identified nearly 500 high-risk contacts and have vaccinated over 120 individuals following exposure to the virus, which is being monitored under national health guidelines.
Measles outbreak identified in Beja municipality
Monday, 18 May 2026AI summary
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