Health authorities step up response to measles outbreak in Baglung
Summary
Health authorities are intensifying response to a measles outbreak in Dhorpatan Municipality, Baglung, including laboratory testing, treatment, and a vaccination campaign targeting children and adolescents.
Key Points
- Health authorities have intensified response measures following a measles outbreak in Dhorpatan Municipality of Baglung district.
- A total of 104 suspected cases have been identified, with seven confirmed by the National Public Health Laboratory.
- Patients are being treated at Burtibang Hospital and Bobang Health Post, with some recovering and others still under treatment.
- A special measles vaccination campaign targeting children and adolescents aged 10 to 19 years has been launched to prevent further spread.
