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Analysis of measles-related hospitalizations in Tuscany from 2000 to 2014

E Berti1, S Sollai1, E Orlandini2

  • 1Anna Meyer Children's University Hospital,Department of Health Sciences,University of Florence,Florence,Italy.

Epidemiology and Infection
|June 1, 2016
PubMed

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Measles hospitalization rates increased in Tuscany, Italy, from 2000-2014, particularly in young adults, despite elimination efforts. Infants under one year old had the highest rates, with pneumonia as the main complication.

Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Measles elimination efforts have been ongoing in Tuscany, Italy.
  • Hospitalization data provides insights into measles incidence and trends.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate measles incidence and hospitalization rate changes in children and adults in Tuscany over a 14-year period (2000-2014).
  • To identify changes in measles susceptibility within different age groups.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of regional hospital discharge database data.
  • Inclusion of pediatric and adult cases of measles.
  • Stratification of data by age group.

Main Results:

  • Overall measles hospitalization rates increased from 0.45 to 0.85 per 100,000 population.
  • Significant increase in hospitalization rates observed in young adults.
  • Infants under one year old had the highest hospitalization rate.
  • Pneumonia was the most common complication; no deaths were reported.

Conclusions:

  • Measles remains a public health concern in Tuscany, characterized by periodic outbreaks.
  • Increased measles susceptibility in young adults necessitates targeted public health strategies.
  • Focus on vulnerable groups like infants and young adults is crucial for future measles control.

Keywords:
Epidemiologymeaslesmeasles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccineoutbreakspublic health policysurveillance

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