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[Measles in Poland in 2010].
Ewa Karasek1, Justyna Rogalska, Iwona Paradowska-Stankiewicz
1Zakład Epidemiologii, Narodowego Instytutu Zdrowia Publicznego, Państwowego Zakładu Higieny w Warszawie. ekarasek@pzh.gov.pl
Przeglad Epidemiologiczny
|October 30, 2012
Summary
Poland
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Context:
- Poland's measles elimination program, coordinated by the WHO, requires 95% vaccination coverage.
- Monitoring epidemiological situations and laboratory diagnostics are crucial for elimination.
Purpose:
- To analyze the 2010 measles epidemiological situation in Poland.
- To assess measles vaccination coverage and program progress.
Summary:
- In 2010, Poland reported 13 measles cases with a low incidence (0.03/100,000), though only 46.1% were lab-confirmed.
- High vaccination coverage was maintained (84.9%-99.7%), but low notification rates suggest surveillance system insensitivity.
- Despite improved incidence (87% decline), physician reporting and lab confirmation are vital for enhancing the measles surveillance system.
Impact:
- The study highlights the need to improve measles surveillance sensitivity in Poland.
- Sustained high vaccination coverage is critical for achieving measles elimination goals.
- Promoting the national measles elimination program among physicians is essential for better reporting and confirmation.
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