Despite measles being easily preventable through vaccination, global outbreaks are surging as vaccination rates drop. By 2000, many countries had eliminated measles, including the US, but recent statistics reveal significant outbreaks, particularly in Yemen, India, and the US. The resurgence is primarily attributable to low vaccination among communities, with 87% of diagnosed cases in 2024 being unvaccinated individuals. Health officials urge countries to strengthen vaccination campaigns to combat the spread and ensure herd immunity, which requires a 95% immunization rate to effectively curb the virus.
"Measles is back, and it's a wake-up call. Without high vaccination rates, there is no health security. Every country must step up efforts to reach under-vaccinated communities," said Kluge.
By the year 2000, 82 countries had eliminated measles within their borders, including the US, but outbreaks are now occurring in every region of the world.
In 2024, 87% of measles cases were diagnosed in unvaccinated people, highlighting the dire need for increased vaccination efforts to combat the disease.
Measles is an airborne disease caused by the virus and is characterized by dangerous symptoms such as rashes and high fevers, particularly hazardous for young children.
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