Measles Surge in Americas Prompts PAHO Alert for Boosting Immunization and Monitoring
The Pan American Health Organization issued an epidemiological alert on August 8, urging nations to enhance vaccination and surveillance efforts. The region has recorded 47,459 confirmed measles cases and 44 deaths so far in 2026, the highest tally in 22 years. PAHO emphasized the need for rapid response to contain the outbreak.
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