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Measles in London is affecting unvaccinated children under 10.
Summary
A measles outbreak in London is affecting unvaccinated children under 10, and the UK was recently among six countries to lose WHO measles-free status amid a global rise in cases.
Content
Health officials report a measles outbreak in London that is affecting unvaccinated children under the age of 10. The outbreak comes as measles infections are rising in multiple countries around the world. The World Health Organization recently removed measles-free status from the UK and five other countries. Public health experts are reported as urging governments to boost vaccination rates to reduce further spread.
Key facts:
- The outbreak is reported among unvaccinated children under 10 in London.
- The UK was among six countries to lose WHO measles-free status last month.
- Experts are calling on governments to increase vaccination coverage amid a global rise in cases.
Summary:
The outbreak adds to a global increase in measles cases and primarily involves unvaccinated children. Experts have called on governments to raise vaccination coverage; further public health developments are undetermined at this time.
