"There has been significant exposure across both Bay of Plenty and Lakes districts and those who are not immunised are at risk of developing measles.
"Measles is one of the most infectious viruses so it is important that we try to limit the spread.
"The first early symptoms of measles are fever, runny nose, sore red eyes and cough, followed a few days later by a rash usually starting on the face before moving down the body. If you think you or someone in your family/whānau may have measles, please stay at home and phone your doctor or Healthline first." The Healthline number is 0800 611 116.
In particular, we know that while infectious one or more of our cases were at the following places at the stated times. If you, or someone you know, were at these locations during these times, and you are younger than 50 years old and unvaccinated, you are at risk of developing measles.
Danger zones
Tauranga
Bayfair – Timezone
24th April, Midday to afternoon
Bayfair Shopping Centre (including food court)
25th April (Anzac Day), 1pm to mid-afternoon
Tauranga Crossing Shopping Centre (including food court)
25th April (Anzac Day), 1pm to mid-afternoon
Tauranga Crossing - Event Cinemas Vmax theatre Avengers: Endgame movie
25th April (Anzac Day), 1.30pm
The Karma Club, Tauranga
26th April, late evening
Taupō
Starlight Cinema Taupō
Shazam movie Wednesday 24th April 2pm
EB Games Taupō
25th April (Anzac Day), early to mid-afternoon
Burger King Taupō
25th April, early to mid-afternoon