Measles in the Western Pacific Region: progress towards elimination, 2009 – 2012

Posted by Measles & Rubella Initiative on June 6, 2013 · Leave a Comment 

The Western Pacific Region’s success in measles incidence reaching a historic low, decreasing by 83% from 34.0 to 5.9 cases per million population, is the highlight of a new progress report published in WHO’s Weekly Epidemiological Record and the CDC’s Mortality and Morbidity Weekly Report. The report also states that additional efforts are needed to … Continue reading →

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Lions Clubs: an insider perspective on their fight against measles

Posted by Measles & Rubella Initiative on December 6, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

Just over two years ago, the Lions Clubs International Foundation became an active partner in the fight against measles – to mobilize communities, advocate for leadership and raise funds.  Their tireless work has been crucial in ensuring that measles vaccines reach families who need them most. In October 2011, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation challenged … Continue reading →

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