Morocco Makes Strides Against Measles with 13% Drop in Cases
Morocco is winning its fight against measles. The Ministry of Health and Social Protection recently announced a continuing decline in measles cases, marking a 13% reduction. This positive trend highlights the success of ongoing national efforts to combat the highly contagious virus, also known as rubeola. While this progress is encouraging, the fight is far from over, and continued vigilance is crucial to protect communities.
Measles remains a significant global health concern. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), measles is one of the leading causes of death among young children globally, even though a safe and cost-effective vaccine is available.[Link to WHO Measles page: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact
