UNICEF and WHO warn of 'perfect storm' for spread of measles outbreaks among children - The New Indian Express

Apart from its direct effect, which can be lethal, the measles virus also weakens the immune system and makes a child more vulnerable to other infectious diseases like pneumonia and diarrhoea

NEW DELHI: An increase in measles cases in January and February 2022 is a worrying sign of a heightened risk for the spread of vaccine-preventable diseases and could trigger larger outbreaks, particu… [+2812 chars]

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