Measles virus circulation between the State members of the Indian Ocean Commission?

Background: Despite the availability of safe and effective vaccines, measles resurgence has been observed worldwide in 2018 and 2019. In West Indian Ocean (WIO), almost all islands have reported measles cases during these years. Vaccine coverage was particularly low in Madagascar and Comoros Island, with a single dose provided by the Expanded Program on Immunization.

Source: International Journal of Infectious Diseases - September 17, 2020 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: A. Etienne, M. Ahmed, S. Andriamialivelo, S. Ahmed Bedja, F. Ben Aboubacar, J. Bibi, V. Gujadhur, M.-C. Jaffar Bandjee, A. Rafalimanantsoa Solofoniaina, L.N. Randriamampionona, A. Said Anli, J.-L. Solet, L. Menudier, H. Rasamoelina Tags: 0526 Source Type: research