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Lukas Hänel1,2, Christoph Hauser3

  • 1Medbase Bern Zentrum.

Praxis
|August 13, 2026
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Measles outbreaks persist despite vaccines due to low coverage. This case highlights the importance of vaccination, especially for adults, to prevent serious complications like encephalitis.

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Immunology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Measles incidence decreased post-vaccine introduction but outbreaks persist due to inadequate vaccination rates.
  • Adults face elevated risks of severe measles complications.
  • A case of measles encephalitis occurred despite presumed prior vaccination, emphasizing vaccination's critical role.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To underscore the importance of measles vaccination.
  • To highlight the risk of complications in unvaccinated adults.
  • To emphasize the role of general practice in improving vaccination coverage.

Main Methods:

  • Case report analysis.
  • Review of measles epidemiology and vaccination impact.
  • Discussion of public health strategies for vaccination coverage.

Main Results:

  • Measles remains a threat, particularly in populations with low vaccination rates.
  • Post-infectious measles encephalitis is a severe complication.
  • General practice settings offer opportunities for vaccination assessment and intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Maintaining high measles vaccination coverage is crucial for preventing outbreaks and complications.
  • Adult vaccination status should be assessed and addressed in primary care.
  • Timely vaccination remains the most effective preventive measure against measles.
Keywords:
Measlesacute post-infectious encephalitisvaccination

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