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Farid Farid

Measles curb at risk amid vaccine fear, cost and travel

Measle vaccination coverage is declining as cases spike, warn Australian health authorities. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)

Australia's stellar reputation for eliminating measles more than a decade ago is far from being compromised but with stagnating rates of vaccination, experts warn vigilance is key.

Victoria and NSW have most recently issued notices about an ongoing risk of measles linked to travel overseas and interstate.

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