Measles Case Numbers Rise In Pakistan Despite Government Vaccination Program

IRIN: Is Pakistan losing the battle against measles?
“Pakistan has seen a growing number of measles cases in recent years, with more than 25,000 reported last year, including 321 deaths. … The steady rise comes despite a government measles vaccination program that has been running for more than 35 years…” (5/15).

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