All articles tagged with #elimination status
The US is working to maintain its measles elimination status amid recent outbreaks, with investigations suggesting these are likely unrelated to the Texas outbreak, based on genetic analysis and epidemiological data, though some uncertainties remain due to reporting gaps and community trust issues.
The Americas, led by Canada, is at risk of losing its measles elimination status due to a large, ongoing outbreak in Canada, which has spread across multiple provinces and is linked to under-vaccinated communities. This situation highlights the challenges of maintaining measles-free status and the importance of robust vaccination and surveillance efforts. If the outbreak continues for 12 months, the region could lose its measles elimination status, a setback after years of progress.
The U.S. faces a risk of losing its measles elimination status due to rising cases and declining vaccination rates, which could impact travel, quarantine measures, and public health efforts. Experts emphasize the importance of increasing vaccination coverage and addressing vaccine hesitancy to prevent outbreaks and maintain elimination status, which is challenging to regain once lost.