The measles outbreak linked to Disneyland has heightened public debate about the effect of anti-vaccination sentiment, and what can be characterized as a luxury of choice in the United States. Underst
As measles cases linked to Disneyland continue to rise, it’s important to pause and take stock of how this American situation is linked to global measles activity. While measles is a rarity in the U
Measles outbreaks in the United States, including the latest one linked to visitors to Disneyland, highlights the global need to eliminate measles. When the virus lands in the U.S., usually due to Ame
The measles vaccination is known to be 95% effective in creating lifelong immunity in recipients. A second dose is recommended to provide immunity to the 5% who do not develop it with the first dose.
Photo courtesy of Measles & Rubella Partnership 19th January 2015, Nay Pyi Taw: The National Measles and Rubella (MR) vaccination campaign launched today in Nay Pyi Taw is the country’s largest
News of the measles outbreak at California’s Disneyland and information about vaccinations are making headlines this week, but the Measles & Rubella Partnership (M&RP) has been focused on th
Improving the Quality of Supplementary Immunization Activities Hosted and organized by founding partner WHO, with technical support from UNICEF and CDC, the Measles & Rubella Partnership held a si
Recently, BBC photographer Phil Moore traveled with a Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) team in the Democratic Republic of Congo to deliver polio, measles, and yellow fever vaccines to a remote community
The Measles & Rubella Partnership urges increased commitment to stop measles deaths The World Health Organization released new measles mortality data for 2013 today and warns that progress towards
GENEVA, 13 November 2014 – The World Health Organization (WHO) warned today that progress towards the elimination of measles has stalled. The number of deaths from measles increased from an estima