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Belize: 2025 Measles

Shiloh

Shiloh

Editor, Senior Moderator
Source: https://edition.channel5belize.com/...cases-confirmed-ministry-intensifies-response

Breaking News / Latest News / News
Five Additional Measles Cases Confirmed, Ministry Intensifies Response
April 28, 2025

The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) has confirmed five new cases of measles within a group of close contacts of the two initial imported cases detected on April 12, 2025. These new cases, diagnosed between April 9 and 13, are closely linked to the first two confirmed infections.

In total, 22 school contacts have been identified, with 12 fully vaccinated, 5 unvaccinated, and 4 with unknown vaccination status. Close monitoring continues for all contacts to promptly identify and address any symptomatic individuals.

The MOHW has ramped up its nationwide surveillance efforts. To date, 14 samples have been sent to Mexico for testing, with all results returning negative...
 
Source: https://edition.channel5belize.com/...-the-latest-of-the-measles-outbreak-in-belize

Here is the latest of the measles outbreak in Belize
Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Health authorities have confirmed seven measles cases, with more under investigation, primarily centred in the Spanish Lookout community.

The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) reported that two lab-confirmed cases were detected on 12 April, followed by five clinically diagnosed cases linked to one of the originals.

Surveillance has since increased, and the MOHW is urging the public to follow strict vaccination guidelines. Children should receive two MMR doses at 12 and 18 months. Unvaccinated individuals over 18 months are advised to get two doses a month apart. One booster is recommended for those previously partially vaccinated, and anyone unsure of their status should receive one dose.​..
 
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