Warning issued after suspected case of measles at Dublin creche

A suspected case of measles was discovered in a Dublin creche

According to reports, the case was detected in the south Dublin creche's 'wobbler room'.

The room is for children between one and two years of age.

A spokesperson for the creche told The Irish Independent that they have notified parents of the possible case.

The Department of Public Health will then alert the parents when the case is confirmed.

What are the symptoms?

The main symptoms include:

• Cold-like symptoms such as aches and pains, a runny nose, sneezing, and a cough
• Sore, red eyes that may be sensitive to light
• A temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or above (fever)
• Small grey-white spots in your mouth
• Loss of appetite
• Tiredness, irritability, and a general lack of energy

Anyone who poses these symptoms should go to their GP, but are advised to phone before attending any healthcare setting.

The Department has reminded people of the risks measles can pose to non-immune individuals and urged the public to get vaccinated against measles.

There has been a notable increase in measles cases in the past year.

The suspected case in the creche comes following a possible measles exposure on an Irish rail service.

Measles usually lasts between seven and ten days, according to the HSE.