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[Measles in Poland in 1999].

D Naruszewicz-Lesiuk1

  • 1Zakład Epidemiologii Państwowego Zakładu Higieny ul. Chocimska 24, 00-791 Warszawa.

Przeglad Epidemiologiczny
|September 15, 2001
PubMed
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Measles incidence declined in 1999 following an epidemic year, with the highest rates in specific regions and among young children. Serological confirmation rates remain suboptimal, indicating a need for improved diagnostic practices.

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Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases

Context:

  • Measles incidence typically decreases the year after an epidemic.
  • In 1999, Poland saw a reduction in measles cases post-epidemic.

Purpose:

  • To analyze measles incidence and epidemiological trends in Poland in 1999.
  • To identify high-risk age groups and geographical areas for measles.
  • To evaluate the adequacy of serological confirmation methods.

Summary:

  • Measles incidence in Poland in 1999 was 0.3 per 100,000, with no cases in five voivodeships.
  • Highest incidence occurred in dolnoślaskie and małopolskie voivodeships (0.5 per 100,000).
  • Age-specific incidence peaked in 5-year-olds (2.3/100,000) and 13-24-month-olds (2.0/100,000), suggesting vaccination delays in older children.

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  • Serological confirmation (IgM assay) was insufficient at 15.2%, necessitating improvements.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the importance of sustained vaccination efforts to maintain low measles incidence.
    • Identifies specific populations and regions requiring targeted public health interventions.
    • Underscores the need for enhanced laboratory diagnostic capacity for infectious disease surveillance.