ECDC data show that measles and pertussis cases are on the rise again after a post–COVID-19 pandemic decline.
The latest data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control reveal a concerning uptick in vaccine-preventable diseases such asin 2023, persisting across several EU member states. From March 2023 to February 2024, more than 5770 measles cases were reported, with at least five deaths.
A surge in pertussis cases also emerged in mid-2023 across various EU/EEA countries, with preliminary data indicating a more than 10-fold increase compared with 2022 and 2021. Newborns and infants, who are vulnerable owing to incomplete vaccination, face heightened risks for severe illness and mortality. Timely administration of all recommended pertussis-containing vaccines is imperative to safeguard this group, with vaccination during pregnancy offering additional protection for young infants.
The ECDC reaffirmed its commitment to bolster national vaccination programs and to uphold vaccine quality, safety, and efficacy, while striving for universal and equitable access for all.
Pediatric Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection Pediatric RSV Infection Pediatric Cold Pediatric Common Cold Paediatric Respiratory Infections Paediatric Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection Paediatric RSV Infection Paediatric Cold Paediatric Common Cold Paediatric Influenza Combined Tdap Vaccine Combined Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis Vaccine
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
The Checkup With Dr. Wen: Readers recall the suffering of vaccine-preventable diseasesThese stories are essential to convincing people to vaccinate their children.
Read more »
World Health Organization approves updated cholera vaccine to combat surge in casesThe World Health Organization has approved a new version of a cholera vaccine that could help address a surge in cases that has depleted the global vaccine stockpile.
Read more »
UN approves updated cholera vaccine that could help fight surge in casesThe World Health Organization has approved a version of a widely used cholera vaccine that could help address a surge in cases that has depleted the global…
Read more »
UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in casesThe World Health Organization has approved a new version of a widely used cholera vaccine that could help address a surge in cases that has depleted the global vaccine stockpile.
Read more »
UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in casesThe World Health Organization has approved a new version of a widely used cholera vaccine that could help address a surge in cases that has depleted the global vaccine stockpile.
Read more »
UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in casesThe World Health Organization has approved a new version of a widely used cholera vaccine that could help address a surge in cases that has depleted the global vaccine stockpile.
Read more »