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HPA confirms 2 more measles cases, total up to 11

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) confirmed two new measles cases in the Greater Male' area, raising the total to 11. HPA urged the community to ensure two doses of measles vaccine and timely vaccination for children. Measles had been eradicated in the Maldives, but isolated cases occur from travel. HPA is vaccinating contacts and planning a community vaccination campaign, with vaccines being acquired.

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The Health Protection Agency (HPA) confirmed two new measles cases in the Greater Male' area, raising the total to 11. HPA urged the community to ensure two doses of measles vaccine and timely vaccination for children. Measles had been eradicated in the Maldives, but isolated cases occur from travel. HPA is vaccinating contacts and planning a community vaccination campaign, with vaccines being acquired.

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