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UK in Midst of a Measles Emergency, Sparking Renewed Urgency To Address Vaccination Gaps

In under two years, the UK saw the removal of its measles-free status with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) declaring it a national incident.

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"It’s a luxury" to say measles was mild

Collective amnesia about a time when measles was endemic is a "luxury" for high income countries

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Monitor for symptoms as measles spreads to three states

Three states are on high alert for measles after three people with the highly infectious virus visited multiple locations over several days while infected.

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If you think it’s anti-vaxxers driving measles cases up in the UK, think again – and look to Scotland

Only one case was confirmed in Scotland last year. In England and Wales, more than 200 children were diagnosed in the last four weeks of 2023 alone, says Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at Edinburgh University

The Guardian - UK

‘This is urgent’: the UK is scrambling to stem an alarming tide of measles

How did the country get from a 2017 WHO declaration that the disease had been eliminated in Britain to the current crisis?

The Guardian - UK

WHO issues measles warning as yearly cases in Europe rise more than 30-fold

UN agency calls for ‘urgent vaccination efforts’ in region to prevent further spread of disease

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Which London boroughs have the lowest measles vaccination rates? Capital's least protected areas revealed

The ten least protected boroughs in England are in the capital

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Tuesday briefing: Measles cases are rising – and it’s about more than vaccine misinformation

In today’s newsletter: Despite a national programme of vaccinations since 1967, measles cases are on the rise – why?

The Guardian - UK

Measles in the UK: tell us how you have been affected by the outbreak

We would like to hear how you have been affected

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Parents are urged to book their child’s missed MMR vaccines, as records show 3.4 million children are unprotected amid a surge

The NHS has launched a Catch Up Campaign for missed measles, mumps and rubella vaccines

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Measles vaccine to be offered at pop-up clinics in London schools as cases surge

NHS will write to parents of children in areas of low uptake urging them to get the MMR jab

Evening Standard

Rise in measles cases prompts vaccination campaign in England

UKHSA declares national incident as figures suggest more than 3.4 million children have not had MMR jab

The Guardian - UK

The Observer view on the measles outbreak: it shows why the NHS needs proper funding

It is vital that the vaccination programme is brought forward. A target date of 2025-26 will be too late for many

The Guardian - UK

UK measles outbreaks: why are cases rising and vaccination rates falling?

Covid confusion, debunked link to autism and lack of NHS funding all contributing to rise in this serious disease

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London mother whose son died after catching measles urges parents to ‘vaccinate more’

Mother speaks out as measles cases surge in capital and other parts of UK

The Guardian - UK

Surge in measles cases prompts UK to declare national health incident

Parents advised to check vaccination status of children, with full uptake of MMR jab down to average of 85%

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Measles cases surge, travelers warned, vaccines remain key defense.

Health officials are warning about a potential resurgence of measles, with cases reported in multiple states. Vaccination is crucial to prevent the spread ...

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Measles and tuberculosis cases surge, border concerns grow

Learn about the recent cases of measles in Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware, caused by unvaccinated travelers, and the concern over the surge in tube...

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Measles outbreak alert in Virginia airports; vaccination recommended

Learn about the recent issue of measles and the importance of vaccination. Former CDC director, Dr. Redfield, shares information and advice on staying prot...

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Measles outbreak alert: Travelers at Virginia airports may be at risk

Learn from former CDC director, Dr. Redfield, about the recent measles issue, including transmission, vaccination, and the importance of being informed.

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Fresh Sydney measles alert after second infant infected

People returning from Asia and the Middle East are being urged to look out for measles symptoms after a second infant arrived in Sydney with the disease.

Evening Standard

Measles: Urgent vaccine plea as London cases treble in a year

Experts warn low MMR vaccination rate leaves capital vulnerable to outbreak

Salon

Expect more measles outbreaks in 2024

From Virginia to the UK, measles is on the rise across the globe. Experts blame a lack of vaccination

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Measles outbreak at Virginia airports, travelers urged to be cautious

Health officials in Virginia warn travelers at Dulles and Reagan Airports of potential exposure to highly contagious measles. Stay vigilant for symptoms un...

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'National incident' declared after measles cases soar - with some unvaccinated children forced to isolate for 3 weeks

New figures have shown an increase in measles cases in England and Wales, as MMR vaccine uptake declines

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