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the director of epidemiology warns of the alarming spread of measles – Telquel.ma

Selon HespressMohamed El Youbi, director of epidemiology and disease control at the Ministry of Health and Social Protection, describes this outbreak as a real epidemic due to a significant drop in vaccination rates.

Measles, historically controlled thanks to vaccination coverage exceeding 95%, is experiencing a dramatic resurgence. The reduction in vaccination has facilitated rapid transmission of the virus, mainly among children under five and adults over 37.

To counter this crisis, the Ministry of Health has reactivated and extended its vaccination program, aiming to quickly restore coverage to more than 95%. This program particularly targets young people between 9 months and 14 years, with extensive checks in schools and health centers.

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El Youbi emphasizes the importance of completing vaccinations, including the possibility of administering a third dose in case of doubt, ensuring that this poses no risk of complications.

The definition of an epidemic, explains El Youbi, is based on the abnormal and extensive spread of a disease, a criterion clearly met by the current situation.

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