measles

Two healthy men required ventilators due to complications from measles.

Two previously healthy men are fighting for their lives at Bach Mai Hospital due to severe complications from measles.

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Tối 20/6, đại diện Sở Y tế TP.HCM cho biết, tính đến nay, 100% phường, xã, thị trấn ở thành phố đã đủ điều kiện công bố hết dịch sởi.

The infectivity of meningococcal bacteria is comparable to that of measles.

Meningococcal disease is highly contagious, comparable to measles, and if not properly managed, it can lead to outbreaks.

The first measles-related death in an adult is expected to be recorded in 2025.

The deceased patient had measles on a background of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and diabetes. The patient was admitted to the hospital with severe pulmonary complications, requiring dialysis and ECMO.

Hà Nội ghi nhận hơn 1.300 ca mắc sởi chỉ sau 3 tháng

Từ đầu năm đến nay, Hà Nội ghi nhận 1.355 ca mắc sởi, trong đó có một trường hợp tử vong tại Phú Đô, Nam Từ Liêm.

Hanoi: Over 1.300 measles cases in 3 months, the majority among unvaccinated individuals.

According to statistics from the Hanoi Department of Health, since the beginning of the year, the city has recorded 1.320 cases testing positive for the measles virus.

Ho Chi Minh City proposes declaring the measles outbreak over in 22 wards and communes.

One year after declaring a measles outbreak, 22 wards and communes in District 1, District 4, and Cu Chi District now meet the criteria to be declared free of the epidemic.

75% of adults with measles don't remember whether they were vaccinated or not.

From the end of 2024 to the present, Bach Mai Hospital has examined and treated 104 adults with measles, with 75% of patients unable to remember whether they had been vaccinated or not.

Children infected with measles virus are becoming seriously ill, with many requiring mechanical ventilation.

The number of measles cases in Hanoi is increasing, with many children being hospitalized with high fever, difficulty breathing, and complications such as pneumonia and respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation.

Many adults with measles develop severe complications, with some requiring mechanical ventilation.

Bach Mai Hospital has been treating a series of measles cases, with some patients admitted in serious condition with severe complications.

Mistakes to avoid when caring for a child with measles.

Many parents still hold misconceptions when caring for children infected with measles, leading to serious complications.

How is measles transmitted?

Measles is one of the most common and rapidly spreading infectious diseases, especially among young children who have not been fully vaccinated. So, how is it transmitted?

A 4-year-old girl in Hanoi died from measles.

A 4-year-old girl residing in Nam Tu Liem district is the first case in Hanoi to die from measles in 2025.

10 key messages from the Ministry of Health regarding measles prevention.

In light of the complex measles situation, the Ministry of Health has issued 10 key messages regarding the prevention and control of this disease.

The Ministry of Health has established 6 inspection teams to monitor the measles outbreak.

Amidst the complex measles outbreak, the Ministry of Health has established six inspection teams to examine localities with high numbers of cases and slow vaccination rates.

Measles spreads rapidly; the Ministry of Health issues guidelines for disease prevention.

Measles is one of the most contagious diseases, and vaccines are an essential tool for controlling outbreaks.

The Ministry of Health receives 500.000 doses of measles vaccine.

The Ministry of Health has just received 500.000 doses of measles vaccine donated by Vietnam Vaccine Joint Stock Company to accelerate the vaccination campaign against the disease.

'One person with measles can infect 12-18 people.'

90% of people who are not immune to measles will get infected if they have close contact with a patient; on average, one infected person can infect 12-18 other people.

Measles outbreak in mountainous district: Quang Nam Department of Health says it's due to a 'vaccine gap'.

The Quang Nam Health Department believes the main reason for the strong measles outbreak in the mountainous district of Nam Tra My is a "vaccine gap".

The number of measles cases is increasing in Hanoi.

The number of measles cases is trending upwards rapidly, with scattered reports across the area, mainly among people who have not been vaccinated or have not received a full course of vaccination.

Many adults with measles are hospitalized.

Recently, due to the changing weather in Northern Vietnam, the Center for Tropical Diseases at Bach Mai Hospital has been admitting many adults with measles.

Measles cases have increased more than 111 times, with at least 5 deaths.

In Vietnam, the number of measles cases has increased significantly, with nearly 5.000 positive cases and 5 deaths. This is 111 times higher than the same period in 2023.

Acute respiratory failure due to measles

After experiencing headaches and fatigue, the man was hospitalized and diagnosed with acute respiratory failure due to measles.

Are children who have had measles more likely to get the disease again?

Many people believe that once a child has had measles and their body has antibodies against this strain of the virus, it is very difficult for them to get the disease again. Is this true?

Concerns arise that hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City will become 'measles distribution centers'.

The current burden on pediatric hospitals at the highest level in Ho Chi Minh City is the high number of patients being referred, which increases the risk of infection and turns them into "measles distribution centers".

With an eightfold increase in measles cases, the Ministry of Health recommends five preventive measures.

According to the Ministry of Health, from the beginning of 2024 until now, the number of measles cases has increased more than eight times compared to the same period in 2023, and people need to take preventive measures.

With over 500 cases and 3 child deaths, Ho Chi Minh City declares a measles outbreak.

Ho Chi Minh City Vice Chairwoman Tran Thi Dieu Thuy today (August 27) signed a decision declaring a citywide measles epidemic due to the high number of infections.

Is Ho Chi Minh City eligible to declare a measles outbreak?

According to Mr. Hoang Minh Duc, Director of the Department of Preventive Medicine, Ministry of Health, declaring a measles outbreak in Ho Chi Minh City requires assessment and consideration based on many factors.

Measles cases have increased eightfold; the Ministry of Health has issued urgent directives.

Compared to the same period in 2023, the number of measles cases nationwide has increased more than eightfold. The Ministry of Health has requested localities to proactively implement disease prevention and control measures.