Measles outbreak in US raises vaccine warnings

The recent increase in the number of measles cases in the United States has caused concern. According to data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the country had reported 62 cases of the disease as of last Thursday, more than the total number of cases reported in the entire previous year.

An in-depth analysis of the cases suggests that most of the affected children were 12 months or older and had not received the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. The alarming situation has drawn the attention of the World Health Organization (WHO), which on Tuesday issued a global warning about “major gaps” in immunization programs in more than half of the world's countries at high or high risk of measles transmission. By the end of the year.

Why is vaccination important in the fight against measles?

Measles is a highly contagious, airborne disease that mainly affects children under the age of five. However, it can be prevented with two doses of the vaccine. Since 2000, more than 50 million deaths have been averted through vaccination, according to the WHO.

What are the risks associated with low immunization?

The recent outbreak of measles in the United States highlights the importance of vaccination. Lack of immunization for a significant portion of the population can lead to the resurgence of virtually eradicated diseases. With low vaccine coverage, not only unvaccinated children are at risk, but so are the communities around them.

How can we improve vaccination rates?

• • Education: Creating awareness about the importance of vaccinations and dispelling misinformation.

• • Access: Ensure that vaccines are available and accessible to all segments of the population.

• • Campaigns: Carry out immunization and surveillance campaigns to ensure complete vaccination.

In addition to the measles alert, an incident involving technology and copyright also made headlines. Spain's top court has ordered the suspension of messaging app Telegram's services in the country following complaints by media outlets that it allowed users to upload their content without permission.

In the midst of these public health and digital rights issues, the importance of being informed and responsible is more important than ever, whether updating vaccination cards or respecting intellectual property rights online.