A measles outbreak has been reported in the local area. The outbreak was identified after a young girl from Kapengela village was taken to Shangombo District Hospital. She had symptoms including fever, rash, and cough.

The girl's vaccination history is not known. A specimen from the girl was tested and confirmed to be positive for measles. This information is based on a report from Epidemiological Week 19.

Further details about the outbreak can be found through ReliefWeb, which provides updates on the situation in Zambia.