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A Moral Imperative to Eradicate Measles, Rubella
Health Progress (Saint Louis, Mo.)
|July 24, 2018
Summary
Measles has been eliminated in the Americas, marking a significant public health achievement. This success follows the region
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Vaccinology
Background:
- Measles is a highly contagious viral disease.
- Previous efforts led to the elimination of rubella and congenital rubella syndrome in the Americas in 2015.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the elimination of measles in the World Health Organization's (WHO) Americas region.
Main Methods:
- The announcement by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) signifies the culmination of regional efforts.
- Sustained high vaccination coverage is implied as the primary strategy.
Main Results:
- The Americas region was declared measles-free by PAHO on September 27, 2016.
- This achievement makes the Americas the first WHO region to eliminate measles.
Conclusions:
- The elimination of measles in the Americas is a major public health milestone.
- Widespread vaccination campaigns have proven effective in eradicating vaccine-preventable diseases.
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