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The National Department of Health disease surveillance has reported an ongoing outbreak of measles in Papua New Guinea. The number of cases has not been stated in this report, however, more than 43 measles related deaths have been recorded since the outbreak began.
The outbreak has affected 21 provinces of the country. In response to the outbreak the department of health has increased its vaccination efforts.
(Via ReliefWeb - accessed 15/07/14)
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.
