Tabubil Hospital has responded quickly to a recent outbreak of measles.
Whenthe hospital reported one case of measles 2 weeks ago, health authorities reacted quickly by announcing a mass vaccination for all children within Tabubil and its surrounding community.
Booster doses were given to children to prevent and containthe infectious disease from spreading.
The hospital saidthe quick response was vital because ofthe potential dangers just one single case can trigger.
Staff atthe hospital attended to all ensuring thatthey were immunised.
The immunisation program for measles is continuing for Tabubil togther with awareness in nearby communities.
Even though authorities said this might have been a suspected case, prevention wastheir prime concern.
The latest outbreak was reported by health officials in October.
