Measles epidemic in Ho Chi Minh City

Increasing measles vaccination, protecting children and the community

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HCMC - After being vaccinated against measles, the body will create antibodies and self-protection when children are infected with the measles virus or if they have the disease, they will be in mild condition.

Measles cases in Ho Chi Minh City tend to be stable

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HCMC - In the 11th week of 2025, the number of measles cases in the city tends to be stable compared to the average of the previous 4 weeks.

Many children hospitalized due to measles, pneumonia complications

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HCMC - At Children's Hospital 1, most children hospitalized for measles have complications, most commonly pneumonia. Many children have not been vaccinated against measles.

Measles vaccination, avoiding the risk of outbreak

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HCMC - After the Lunar New Year 2025, many children were hospitalized for treatment due to measles.

Number of measles cases in Ho Chi Minh City continues to increase, 1 more death

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HCMC - The number of measles cases in the city continues to increase in the 11-14 year old and 6-9 month old groups; one more death has been recorded in a 12 month old child.

3,043 children aged 6-9 months in Ho Chi Minh City were vaccinated against measles

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HCMC - After 1 week of cumulative vaccination implementation until November 19, 2024, the city has injected 3,043 measles vaccine doses for children aged 6-9 months.