Measles outbreak in a poorly vaccinated region in Cameroon: a case series study, public health challenges and recommendations

Measles outbreak in a poorly vaccinated region in Cameroon: a case series study, public health challenges and recommendations

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Measles is a highly contagious viral infection and Recycle-Appliance still a leading cause of vaccine-preventable deaths in Africa; especially in unvaccinated populations.We reviewed the medical reports of the measles outbreak that occurred in Misaje, in the North west region of Cameroon from 11/03/2015 to 14/05/2015.Six measles cases were recorded during this period; three of them complicated by bacterial infections.

Measles should be considered as a differential diagnosis for any febrile rash especially among poorly vaccinated populations.Primary preventive methods implemented by clinicians could help control outbreaks; especially with delays in public health intervention.Also, gaps in health policies in Cameroon should Bike Accessories - Saddles be addressed to scale up vaccination coverage in remote communities like Misaje to reduce the incidence of measles outbreaks.