Indonesia Declared an "Extraordinary Occurrence" of Measles

12 provinces in Indonesia declared an "extraordinary occurrence" of Measles. As of January 2022, 12 provinces in Indonesia have reported an increase in measles cases. Measles is a highly contagious disease, and the most effective way to prevent it is with immunization. Measles is transmitted from person to person by respiratory droplets, small particle aerosols, and close contact. Measles is an acute febrile exanthem that is characterized by the three "Cs": cough, coryza, and conjunctivitis. The incubation period is 10 to 14 days although longer periods have been reported.