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Measles and rubella elimination in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: successes and challenges

Nadia Teleb1, Hoda Atta2, Rana Hajjeh3

  • 1Regional Adviser, Vaccine Preventable Diseases and Immunization Programme, Department of Communicable Diseases.

Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal = La Revue De Sante De La Mediterranee Orientale = Al-Majallah Al-Sihhiyah Li-Sharq Al-Mutawassit
|November 28, 2019
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Insights

Measles and rubella have been eliminated in Bahrain, Iran, and Oman, marking a significant public health success. This achievement is notable given global challenges and setbacks in measles control in other regions.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Disease Epidemiology

Background:

  • The Regional Verification Commission declared measles and rubella elimination in Bahrain, Iran, and Oman in 2019.
  • This success occurred amidst challenging health situations and rising global measles transmission rates.

Discussion:

  • The achievement highlights successful disease control strategies in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR).
  • It contrasts with global trends where other WHO regions are experiencing measles resurgence or stagnation.

Key Insights:

  • Successful elimination of measles and rubella in three EMR countries.
  • Demonstrates feasibility of achieving elimination goals despite regional and global challenges.

Outlook:

  • Sustaining elimination requires continued surveillance and robust vaccination programs.
  • Potential for knowledge transfer from EMR to other regions facing measles control difficulties.

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