Limpopo identified as epicentre of new measles outbreak
Limpopo has recorded 410 cases of measles, the most of any province. Here is the latest data from the NICD.
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Limpopo has recorded 410 cases of measles, the most of any province. Here is the latest data from the NICD.
As of Saturday, 25 March 2023, measles outbreaks were declared in eight provinces, except for the Eastern Cape.
According to WHO, a record high of nearly 40 million children missed a measles vaccine dose in 2021.
Limpopo residents have been urged clinicians to be on the alert for measles cases.
The health authorities in the affected districts and communities are working together to identify and conduct vaccination of contacts.
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