Over 60 Children Infected with Measles in London

A measles outbreak in north London has led to over 60 suspected cases and 34 laboratory-confirmed cases since January, with several children hospitalized. Enfield’s public health officials are reaching out to parents to boost vaccination rates, as the area has low uptake of the MMR vaccine, crucial for preventing the disease. The outbreak, affecting at least seven schools, highlights the importance of vaccination, as measles is highly contagious. Health authorities stress that vaccination can protect both individuals and the wider community.

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