Additional, Earlier Measles Vaccine Recommended In Low-income Countries

The World Health Organization recommends routine vaccinations for measles at 9 months, but a new study published on bmj.com finds that an additional vaccination given at 4.5 months may also reduce measles outbreaks in developing countries. The authors of the research suggest that vaccination policies during measles outbreaks and in humanitarian emergencies should be adjusted or reconsidered.

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Filed under: Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses on July 31st, 2008