Measles cases are surging across Europe in 2024, with high numbers and four deaths reported so far. This vaccine-preventable disease poses a significant threat to children's health, particularly young children who are most at risk of severe complications. The surge signifies a breakdown in vaccine coverage, prompting urgent calls for action from UN agencies. Experts emphasize that at least 95% of children need to be fully vaccinated to prevent outbreaks. Europe has recorded thousands of cases of vaccine-preventable diseases, including measles and pertussis.
Measles cases surging again in Europe: WHO https://t.co/lU0JQRemeJ “At least 95% of children need to be fully vaccinated against the disease in a locality to prevent outbreaks.” #VaccinesWork
Vulnerable young children are hit hardest as Europe records thousands of cases of vaccine-preventable diseases #measles #pertussis #InformAndProtect https://t.co/lJrOF5ncvz
Measles has a devastating effect on children’s health, with young children most at risk of severe complications. Cases across Europe continue to surge, signifying a breakdown in vaccine coverage. https://t.co/ccFHqMoagH
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Surge in measles cases threatens Europe: urgent call for action, warn UN agencies https://t.co/4O203uq701 https://t.co/urZXhChTXm
Measles is surging across Europe with high numbers and four deaths already in 2024. This vaccine-preventable disease can have a devastating effect on children’s health, with young children most at risk of severe complications. See the data 👉 https://t.co/I67xjKjToS https://t.co/SeNyNkjbWf