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Study warns 21 million children missed measles shots in 2022

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Millions of children are slipping through the cracks of global vaccination efforts — and measles, one of the deadliest and most contagious diseases, is being overlooked. New research calls for urgent action to put measles vaccination at the center of global health priorities. Commentary: Missed Measles Immunisations Places Individuals and Communities at Risk: The Equity … Read more

Measles risk heightened by undernutrition in vulnerable children

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Amid a global surge in measles cases, new research suggests that undernutrition may be exacerbating outbreaks in areas suffering from food insecurity. A study involving over 600 fully vaccinated children in South Africa found those who were undernourished had substantially lower levels of antibodies against measles. Researchers from McGill University, UC Berkeley School of Public … Read more