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Thursday, 7 March 2024 16:34

A Westmeath man in his 40s died from the illness last month,

A second person in Ireland has been confirmed as having measles, and is based in the west of the country.

Measles is a highly infectious disease, particularly in children under one, pregnant women, and the immunosuppressed.

The HSE is finalising plans for the roll out of a MMR vaccine catch-up programme in response to a rise in measles case in the UK and Europe.

The first confirmed case here this year led to the death of a Westmeath man in early February.

Former Offaly Principal Completes 26 Marathons For Ashling Murphy Memorial Fund

John Healy finished his 26th marathon yesterday.
Westmeath Mother Raises €150k For Life-Changing Cancer Treatment In New York

In April, Mullingar's Jane Swarbrigg was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer.
Public Consultation Continues On Flood Relief Plan For Midlands Lake

The local authority in Roscommon is withholding a decision on plans for Lough Funshinagh.
Westmeath Hotel To Host EU Meeting Focused On Building A Future At Home

The European Committee of the Regions Bureau will hold discussions at the Mullingar Park Hotel.
Calls For Greater Compassion In Healthcare As Concerns Persist

It follows journalist Emer O’Kelly’s critical account of her experience at St James’ Hospital.
Offaly Residents Face Overnight Water Supply Disruption During Leak Detection Works

Leak detection works may impact customers in Cloghan and nearby areas.
Westmeath Instructor Shares Tips For A Long And Healthy Life

A 90-year-old ran a 10-kilometre race over the weekend in a record time.
LWETB First To Carry Out Smartphone Pilot Scheme

Non-essential smartphone functions will be blocked for students in Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board.

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