No Measles Cases in Jakarta, Health Authority Urges Residents Against Kissing Infants and Toddlers

Jakarta’s Department of Health (Dinkes) has stated that measles cases among Jakarta residents remain zero to date. Nevertheless, the public is advised to remain vigilant, particularly as mobility increases approaching Lebaran.

“There are currently no confirmed positive cases of measles in Jakarta. We are conducting surveillance monitoring,” said Jakarta’s Health Department Head Ani Ruspitawati during a visit to RSKD Duren Sawit in East Jakarta on Tuesday (10 March 2026).

Patients presenting with certain symptoms will undergo further examination. “We conduct laboratory tests, but so far there have been no confirmed cases among Jakarta residents,” she stated.

Although Jakarta has not recorded any measles cases, Ani cautioned that several surrounding areas have begun reporting cases. The public is therefore urged to remain vigilant, especially ahead of Lebaran when population mobility and social gatherings increase significantly.

She noted that infants and children represent the most vulnerable group for measles due to their weakened immune systems. “The most vulnerable group is children, particularly infants and toddlers. They must be properly protected. Avoid touching or kissing children, as their immune systems remain very fragile,” Ani said.