Epidemiological Alert - Measles in the Americas Region - 28 October 2024

Given the recent identification of measles clusters and cases in countries in the Americas Region, the Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) recommends that Member States continue to strengthen vaccination, epidemiological surveillance, and rapid response activities, especially in populations known to be reluctant to be vaccinated and in communities surrounding or hosting these populations. The implementation of active community, institutional, and laboratory searches, in addition to complementary vaccination activities to close possible immunity gaps, is also recommended.