Vaccination Coverage and Impact
The and report a 20% increase in global measles cases in 2023, with an estimated 10.3 million infections, due to inadequate immunization coverage.
Over 22 million children missed their first measles vaccine dose in 2023, challenging the goal of 95% vaccination coverage to prevent outbreaks.
Responses and Recommendations
Health officials emphasize the importance of the measles vaccine, advocating for increased access and investment in immunization efforts to combat the rising infection rates.
The WHO warns that the global target of eliminating measles by 2030 is under threat, urging countries to enhance vaccination coverage and outbreak monitoring systems.