💨 Abstract

Measles cases increased by 20% globally in 2023, with half of the large outbreaks occurring in poor and conflict-ridden countries, particularly Africa. Despite access to the measles vaccine in every country, inadequate immunization coverage was a significant factor, with over 22 million children missing their first dose. The death toll from measles fell 8%, but remains unacceptable, according to the World Health Organization and the U.

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