Breaking news: Measles cases are on the rise in Wellington, with the latest update bringing the total to a concerning **22!**
Health New Zealand has just announced another confirmed case of measles in the Wellington region, directly connected to a previously identified case. This pushes the total number of known cases up to 22 since October 8th, 2025. Thankfully, the good news is that 21 of those infected are no longer contagious.
New locations of interest have also been announced. If you were in any of these places during the specified times, it's crucial to be aware of the potential exposure.
Here's a breakdown of the locations and times:
- Saturday, November 22nd: New World Wellington City, Wakefield St (6:05 PM - 7:35 PM)
- Monday, November 24th: BP 2Go, Berhampore (12:40 PM - 2:10 PM)
- Thursday, November 27th: New World Newtown (8:55 AM - 10:20 AM)
For the most up-to-date information, including any additional locations of interest, keep an eye on the Health New Zealand website. They will be updating it as new information becomes available.
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