The global outbreak of measles continues to escalate

In the first quarter of 2024, there was a notable increase in the incidence of measles in Europe and Central Asia, with rates up to hundreds of times higher than those observed in the United States. For this reason, according to data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, levels in Europe and Central Asia have become critical. The UK Health Security Agency has declared a “national incident” due to the surge in cases, indicating an escalating public health threat. Experts attribute this to a reluctance to vaccinate.