Alert for Disease Outbreak, Tangerang District Health Office Monitors Measles-like Symptoms at Health Centres
The Health Office (Dinkes) of Tangerang District reported that as of mid-March 2026, the region had recorded zero cases of measles. This success is attributed to the extensive routine immunisation programme and increased public awareness.
The Head of Disease Prevention and Control (P2P) at Tangerang District Health Office stated that reports from all 44 health centres and hospitals across Tangerang District showed negative results for measles virus infection throughout the year.
Although no confirmed cases have been found, Tangerang District Health Office has instructed health workers to remain vigilant. Surveillance officers at village and sub-district levels are required to report any residents, especially children, displaying symptoms consistent with measles.
“We continue to maintain strict monitoring. If there are reports of symptoms pointing to measles, such as high fever accompanied by rash, the medical team will immediately conduct laboratory sampling for early detection,” stated a representative of Tangerang District Health Office on Wednesday, 18 March 2026.
The Health Office revealed that the coverage of Measles Rubella (MR) immunisation in Tangerang District continues to be optimised. The current focus is on catch-up immunisation programmes to ensure no child is left without basic protection.
The public is urged to remain alert to the rapid transmission pattern of measles through droplets or respiratory pathways. Parents are advised to immediately bring their children to the nearest health centre or facility if they notice symptoms such as high fever accompanied by rash.
The Health Office emphasised that this zero-case status can only be maintained if immunisation coverage in the community remains high (herd immunity). “We ask parents not to hesitate to visit Community Health Posts. MR vaccines are available free of charge and are safe for preventing disability and death from measles complications,” it concluded.
Although many measles cases can resolve on their own, the disease requires vigilance as it can cause serious complications such as pneumonia, diarrhoea, dehydration and encephalitis.
Measles remains a concern for the Indonesian government. Indonesia ranks second globally for the highest number of measles cases. The Indonesian Paediatric Association has urged catch-up immunisation and warned of the risk of child mortality due to low vaccine coverage.
Measles outbreaks have been detected in at least 73 cities across Indonesia, with cases continuing to increase. Parents are urged to remain alert.
The Health Office of Garut District reported the discovery of 34 confirmed cases of measles in children based on laboratory examination results at the West Java Provincial Health Laboratory.