Two children die from measles as England data shows 100 new infections
Summary
Two children in England have died from measles in 2024, and over 100 new cases have been reported in recent weeks. Health officials warn that measles is still spreading, especially among unvaccinated young children, and urge parents to make sure their children get vaccinated.Key Facts
- Two children died from measles this year in England, one from acute measles and another from later effects of the disease.
- Over 100 new lab-confirmed measles cases were reported in the past two weeks, bringing the total to 736 cases since January 1.
- Measles cases are highest in London, the east of England, and the West Midlands.
- Most measles cases are in unvaccinated children aged 10 years and under.
- UK health officials recommend that all children be up to date with their MMR vaccine to protect against measles.
- Vaccination rates for one dose of MMR among five-year-olds in England are about 91.8%, the lowest since 2010-11.
- Measles can cause serious complications and death, especially in people who are not vaccinated.
- UK health leaders stress the importance of vaccination to protect individuals and vulnerable groups who cannot get vaccinated.
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