Measles

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HPA reports 17 measles cases in Male' region last week

The Maldives is facing a measles resurgence with 243 cases recorded this year, including 17 new cases in the Male' region last week. In response, health authorities have vaccinated over 16,000 people and are urging the public to complete the two-dose regimen. Isolation and mask-wearing are advised for those showing symptoms.

2 months ago

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Total measles cases reach 216

The Maldives has recorded 216 measles cases this year, marking a resurgence of the disease previously declared eradicated. In response, the Health Protection Agency has vaccinated over 14,000 people and is urging the public to complete their two-dose regimen. Authorities advise isolation and masks for those showing symptoms like fever and rash.

2 months ago

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HPA reports 17 measles cases in Male' region last week

Total measles cases reach 216

HPA reports 13 new measles cases last week

HPA reports 23 new measles cases, total infections rise to 144

Street markets and carnivals continue despite measles cases

Geela refuses to answer questions about measles and Aasandha

Measles cases surge to 121

Measles cases climb to 72

44 people tested positive for measles last week

HPA data shows 22 measles cases, over 500 contacts

Measles cases climb to 20, majority infected are Maldivians

Services disrupted due to lack of permanent office for HPA

Measles cases rise to 15, four new cases last week

Maldives measles cases climb to 11