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Charlotte Smith

Glastonbury festival-goers warned of measles risk - symptoms to look out for

People heading to the UK's biggest festival next week, Glastonbury, have been issued a measles warning. Experts are urging attendees to be alert and to watch out for symptoms as the highly contagious disease is currently circulating Britain.

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) South West and Somerset Council (SC) have put out a reminder to visitors too stay safe and be mindful of the potential health risks - including sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Fans are also being warned to follow hot weather guidelines, such as staying hydrated, applying sunscreen and staying in the shade as temperatures could hit 27C.

This year, health chiefs have singled out measles as a disease festival-goers should be particularly weary of at the iconic Worthy Farm event. Those heading to Somerset next Wednesday (June 21) are being asked to make sure they've had the MMR vaccine, as reported by Somerset Live.

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