PAHO Issues Alert As Measles Cases Spread In The Americas
5 weeks ago
The Pan American Health Organization has issued a new epidemiological alert following a surge in measles cases across the Americas.
Mexico is reporting the highest number of infections, with health officials saying the majority of recent cases involve people who are unvaccinated. Cases are also rising in the United States and Canada, raising concern about regional spread.
PAHO is urging countries to launch urgent vaccination campaigns to contain outbreaks, warning that immunization gaps continue to fuel the virus’ resurgence.
To boost coverage, authorities have deployed mobile vaccination clinics in high-traffic areas such as airports and transit hubs, while expanding vaccine access in major cities — efforts aimed at curbing transmission ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted across North America.
Mexico is reporting the highest number of infections, with health officials saying the majority of recent cases involve people who are unvaccinated. Cases are also rising in the United States and Canada, raising concern about regional spread.
PAHO is urging countries to launch urgent vaccination campaigns to contain outbreaks, warning that immunization gaps continue to fuel the virus’ resurgence.
To boost coverage, authorities have deployed mobile vaccination clinics in high-traffic areas such as airports and transit hubs, while expanding vaccine access in major cities — efforts aimed at curbing transmission ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted across North America.
