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South Australians are being urged to stay alert and ensure they are fully immunised against measles after a third case was confirmed today.

The majority of the cases are in middle and high school students.

Mumps can be spread through coughing, sneezing, talking and sharing eating utensils or cups.

Medical experts in South Australia have issued a warning for anyone travelling to South East Asia to ensure they are fully immunised after an outbr

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South Australians are being urged to make sure they are immunized against measles following two separate measles cases this week.

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