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Measles, one of the most contagious diseases, remains at high risk of an outbreak in New Zealand. There are low levels of immunisation the country and a growing number of cases overseas. A briefing paper to the government has warned the Health Minister that low vaccination rates, coupled with overcrowded housing and poverty are making communities vulnerable to contracting measles. Just last week, Health New Zealand confirmed a person with measles on Waiheke Island was the eighth possible case this year. Dr Susan Jack, the National Clinical Director for Te Whatu Ora spoke to Lisa Owen.