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Bangladeshi government launches measles-rubella vaccine

Bangladesh is going to introduce measles-rubella (MR) vaccine this month in its routine immunisation programme to prevent rubella infections that doctors say can cause ‘severe’ birth defects. The shot will...

7 August, 2012

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GAVI to provide additional fund of US$ 162 mn to control measles outbreaks

To control and prevent measles outbreaks in developing countries, the GAVI Alliance will provide up to an additional US$ 162 million. This funding will help countries to bridge critical gaps in their efforts to build...

15 June, 2012

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The Measles & Rubella Initiative Welcomes World Health Assembly Commitment

The global partnership committed to the elimination of measles, rubella and congenital rubella syndrome applauds today’s global pledge to meet measles and rubella elimination goals. One hundred and ninety-four countries...

28 May, 2012

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No rise in seizure risk with MMRV booster shot

One-Shot Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella OK for 4- to 6-Year-Olds There is little to no risk that the four-in-one measles-mumps-rubella-chickenpox vaccine (MMRV) causes fever-related seizures in children 4 to 6 years...

4 April, 2012

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America worried about Europe’s measles outbreak

Europe is currently facing an outbreak of measles, so US health officials are urging Americans traveling to London for the Olympics to make sure they are up-to-date with measles immunizations. Health experts explain...

28 March, 2012

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UN urges measles vaccinations for all Afghan children

The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling on all Afghans to vaccinate their children after a measles outbreak was made worse by severe weather that hampered access to immediate treatment as well as low immunization...

24 February, 2012

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Congo aims to vaccinate 1.7 million children against measles

Children are being targeted for immunization in health campaigns in affected regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF).🔒 Premium Content - For FreeUnlock this...

22 December, 2011

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134 million Indian children to receive measles vaccination

The Government of India recently launched the second dose of measles vaccination targeting 134 million children🔒 Premium Content - For FreeUnlock this content by becoming a Global Health Press subscriber. Join for...

30 November, 2011

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GAVI to support introduction of vaccines against HPV and Rubella

To meet demand from developing countries, the GAVI Alliance will take its first steps towards the introduction of human papillomavirus (HPV) and rubella vaccines🔒 Premium Content - For FreeUnlock this content by...

23 November, 2011

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Researchers Reveal Genetic Underpinnings of Vaccine Responses

Researchers at Mayo Clinic are hacking the genetic code that controls the human response to disease vaccination,🔒 Premium Content - For FreeUnlock this content by becoming a Global Health Press subscriber. Join for...

21 November, 2011

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