Dr. Phoebe Thorpe and Dr. Peter Strebel discuss the ongoing challenges to eliminating measles worldwide. Measles is highly infectious, but it can be prevented with financial and political commitment by all countries around the globe.
Individuals should know that:
- One case of measles anywhere poses risks everywhere,
- On-time, routine vaccination is safe and effective, and
- Widespread vaccination coverage is key to elimination.
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