Hanoi sees surge in measles cases, mostly among unvaccinated children
VOV.VN - Hanoi has recorded 1,320 measles cases since early 2024, with 64% of patients being children under five and 83% either unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated.
The outbreak has spread across all 30 districts and towns in the city.
Health authorities have been stepping up disease control measures, following directives from the Government, the Ministry of Health, and local authorities. Experts warn that measles cases are rising globally, posing a high risk of further spread in Vietnam.
Vaccination remains the most effective prevention method. Alongside immunization, early detection, isolation, and infection control in communities and hospitals are crucial to containing the outbreak.
Given the complex situation, the Ministry of Health has urged localities to accelerate vaccination campaigns, prioritizing children who have not received full doses, with a target of completion by the end of March.
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VOV.VN - Since the beginning of the year, Vietnam has recorded over 42,000 suspected measles cases, including five related deaths, yet many parents remain complacent and unaware of the severe risks the disease poses to young children.
Health Ministry takes prompt action to prevent a large-scale measles outbreak
VOV.VN - The Ministry of Health (MoH) has established six inspection teams to oversee measles prevention efforts and implement a vaccination campaign amid a sharp rise in measles cases across the country.
