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UN agency warns of ‘sharp increase’ in measles cases in the Americas

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 5, 2026 at 01:32 AM
UN agency warns of ‘sharp increase’ in measles cases in the Americas
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The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), a UN agency, issued an alert in February 2026 warning of a significant rise in measles cases across the Americas. PAHO urges member states to strengthen surveillance and vaccination efforts due to the increase. In the first three weeks of 2026, over 1,000 cases were reported, following nearly 15,000 confirmed cases in 2025. Outbreaks are particularly notable in North America, including the US and Mexico, which could threaten their measles elimination status. Measles is a highly contagious virus preventable through vaccination, and can lead to severe complications, especially in children.

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