Measles Alarm: 132 Cases in the Country – Is There One in Pazardzhik Too?

A total of 132 measles cases have been registered in Bulgaria as of April 15, according to data from the Ministry of Health. Only in the past few days, new infections have been identified in several regions, which raises concerns in other areas as well. A measles case has been registered in Pazardzhik as well.

Most new cases are in Vratsa – 18, as well as single and double cases in Lovech and Pleven. In other areas such as Montana, Stara Zagora, and Veliko Tarnovo, test results are pending, which means the number could rise.

The disease affects different age groups – from infants to adults, and experts warn that measles is extremely contagious and spreads quickly through close contact. Symptoms begin with high fever, cough, and runny nose, followed by a characteristic rash.

Important for people in Pazardzhik:

• Parents should check their children's immunization status, as the measles vaccine is mandatory and is administered at 13 months and at 12 years.
• If there is suspicion of contact with an infected person or the appearance of symptoms, doctors advise seeking medical help immediately.
• In certain cases, a vaccine can be administered up to 72 hours after contact to prevent the development of the disease.

The situation remains dynamic, and the question that worries people in Pazardzhik is: Is it only a matter of time before the virus reaches here too?

Source: pz-news.bg