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Kids under 5 most vulnerable as 'world's most contagious virus' cases spike
- Measles outbreaks tripled compared with pre-COVID levels, according to WHO.
- About 11 million measles cases were recorded last year, up from 10.4 million in 2023.
- England's MMR uptake sits at 88.9%, its lowest in 15 years, with gaps in vaccination coverage.
- The MMR vaccine remains the best protection against contracting measles and spreading it.
- WHO Director-General Tedros warned measles does not respect borders and requires global action.
- Major outbreaks have occurred across regions including the West Midlands, North West and London.
- Among the under-protected, 75% live in the African and Eastern Mediterranean regions.
- Measles can cause serious complications like blindness, brain swelling and pneumonia.
- Experts urge continued vaccination to close immunity gaps and prevent outbreaks.
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