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More than 60 children infected in north London measles outbreak
- More than 60 children have been infected by a measles outbreak in north London, with seven schools and a nursery affected in Enfield.
- Health officials cite low MMR vaccination uptake in the capital as a potential factor behind the outbreak.
- Temporary vaccination clinics are being held in schools and throughout Enfield to curb spread.
- The outbreak adds to concerns after WHO said the UK no longer eliminated measles, with 2024 transmission noted.
- UK health data show 91.9% of five-year-olds had one MMR dose and 83.7% had both in 2024-25.
- Public health director warns the outbreak could grow with travel across the city.
- Measles can spread to unvaccinated individuals; experts warn about serious complications.
- NHS states typical measles progression starts with cold-like symptoms followed by a rash.
- UK vaccination drive aims to counter vaccine scepticism with a new government campaign.
- WHO previously declared the UK had eliminated measles before transmission was re-established in 2024.
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