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An outbreak of measles has been ongoing in Katanga province in the south of the country since the beginning of the year (2013). More than 3000 cases and 48 measles related deaths have been recorded. The territories of Kabalo and Kalemie in Tanganyika district are the worst affected areas with 1511 cases reported in the district.
The ongoing outbreak is thought to be due to poor vaccination coverage and lack of funds for immunisation campaigns.
Advice for Travellers
It should be confirmed that children have received their recommended doses of MMR at 12-15 months of age and again pre-school around 3 years 6 months, while unimmunised adults who have not had the disease themselves may consider vaccination if thought to be at risk. Two doses of MMR vaccine are required to give adequate protection.
