18 stories tagged #Measles

  1. PAHO Issues Measles Alert Ahead of 2026 World Cup
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    PAHO Issues Measles Alert Ahead of 2026 World Cup

    PAHO warns of measles risk as 2026 World Cup approaches, with cases surging across the Americas.

    2h ago 1 min read
  2. Measles Outbreak in Bangladesh Kills Over 500 Children
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    Measles Outbreak in Bangladesh Kills Over 500 Children

    A deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh has killed more than 500 children, overwhelming hospitals and prompting a mass vaccination campaign.

    last wk. 1 min read
  3. Measles Outbreak in Bangladesh Kills Nearly 400, Poses Risk to U.S
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    Measles Outbreak in Bangladesh Kills Nearly 400, Poses Risk to U.S

    A deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh with almost 400 deaths alarms health experts about risks to the U.S. as vaccination rates decline.

    2w ago 2 min read
  4. Hantavirus vs. COVID-19, Measles, RSV: How Contagious Is It?
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    Hantavirus vs. COVID-19, Measles, RSV: How Contagious Is It?

    A WHO investigation is underway after a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship. Here's how the virus compares to other major public health threats.

    3w ago 1 min read
  5. Former Surgeon General Adams Discusses CDC Nominee, Measles Outbreak, and Psychedelics
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    Former Surgeon General Adams Discusses CDC Nominee, Measles Outbreak, and Psychedelics

    Dr. Jerome Adams weighs in on the new CDC director nominee, the escalating measles crisis, and the president's executive order on psychedelic drug research.

    last mo. 1 min read
  6. Africa Averts 20 Million Measles Deaths Since 2000 Amidst Progress and Challenges
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    Africa Averts 20 Million Measles Deaths Since 2000 Amidst Progress and Challenges

    Analysis reveals significant progress in African immunization, averting millions of deaths, yet highlights uneven coverage and ongoing challenges in reaching vaccination targets.

    last mo. 1 min read
  7. Idaho's Low Vaccination Rate Fuels Measles Risk
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    Idaho's Low Vaccination Rate Fuels Measles Risk

    Idaho faces heightened measles risk due to the nation's lowest MMR vaccination rate, falling significantly below herd immunity thresholds.

    last mo. 1 min read
  8. Bangladesh Launches Emergency Measles Vaccination After 100 Deaths
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    Bangladesh Launches Emergency Measles Vaccination After 100 Deaths

    Over 100 children die as Bangladesh faces deadliest measles outbreak in recent history with 7,500 suspected cases since March 15.

    2mo ago 1 min read