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The measles outbreak in Sindh has taken a worrying turn, with health officials attributing the surge to disruptions in vaccination campaigns during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Muhammad Naeem, Director of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) Sindh, highlighted the devastating impact of the pandemic on routine immunizations. The measles crisis reflects an urgent need for …
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa experienced a troubling surge in infectious diseases in 2024, with diphtheria, dengue, measles, and malaria witnessing alarming increases. The sharp rise highlights the urgent need for improved healthcare infrastructure and climate-resilient disease control strategies to combat this escalating health crisis. Alarming Rise in Diphtheria Diphtheria cases soared by 182%, marking the highest percentage …
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Measles, a highly contagious but vaccine-preventable disease, has reemerged in Sindh, posing a severe public health emergency. In 2024, over 13,000 suspected cases, 6,670 confirmed cases, and 132 deaths were reported. The alarming keyword “vaccine-preventable diseases” underscores the urgent need for action. Alarming Outbreaks Across Sindh The province experienced 149 outbreaks, with Dadu leading at …
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