Measles
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Progress in reducing global measles deaths
WHO/H. Hasan
Between 2000 and 2008, measles deaths worldwide fell by 78% from an estimated 733 000 to 164 000. In addition, all regions with the exception of one, have achieved the United Nations goal of reducing measles mortality by 90% from 2000 to 2010, two years ahead of target. However, global immunization experts warn of a resurgence in measles deaths if vaccination efforts are not sustained. Experts fear the combined effect of decreased political and financial commitment could result in an estimated 1.7 million measles-related deaths between 2010-13, with more than half a million deaths in 2013 alone.
Global reductions in measles mortality 2000–2008 and the risk of measles resurgence
Last updated 4 December 2009