inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. The Ministry of Health tightened their surveillance after Australian health authorities reported a case of measles in a traveler with a history of travel to Indonesia. The report was received through the International Health Regulations (IHR) mechanism and is currently being followed up by the Public Health Emergency Operations Center (PHEOC) under the Ministry of Health.

The case involved an 18-year-old woman who was known to have received a full course of MMR vaccinations in 2009 and 2012. To date, this case remains an isolated case and has not been accompanied by any reported deaths. Australian health authorities continue to conduct tracing to identify potential transmission within their region.

In response, the Indonesian government is coordinating across borders and collaborating with WHO Indonesia to monitor the situation. At the national level, an epidemiological investigation has begun, involving the West Java Provincial Health Office in contact tracing efforts.

As of February 22nd, no additional cases related to the patient's travel have been identified. The government is strengthening surveillance at all entry points to ensure early detection of other potential suspected cases.

Nationally, measles remains a highly contagious disease and continues to be found in various countries. Although there have been reports of cases related to international travelers, Indonesia has not declared an Extraordinary Event (KLB) for measles in 2026. In 2025, there were 9,760 confirmed cases, while from January to February 2026, there were 269 cases of measles reported.

The government urges the public, especially those planning international travel, to ensure their measles immunization status is complete and to seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms of fever and rash to prevent further spread.

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