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Measles outbreak reported in Malindi amid concerns over low immunization coverage
By KNA NEWS
August 21, 2025
An outbreak of measles has been reported in Malindi Sub County amid concerns over low childhood immunization coverage that local health officials warn could expose the community to more epidemics.
At least four children have been reported to have contracted measles in the Shella area of Malindi town, with health officials saying they are conducting a mop up exercise and administering repeat measles vaccine doses to those who may have missed out in the recent campaign.
Sub-county Public Health Officer Alex Maitha said despite recent vaccination campaigns a significant number of children have not received the recommended two doses of the measles-rubella vaccine...
Measles outbreak reported in Malindi amid concerns over low immunization coverage
By KNA NEWS
August 21, 2025
An outbreak of measles has been reported in Malindi Sub County amid concerns over low childhood immunization coverage that local health officials warn could expose the community to more epidemics.
At least four children have been reported to have contracted measles in the Shella area of Malindi town, with health officials saying they are conducting a mop up exercise and administering repeat measles vaccine doses to those who may have missed out in the recent campaign.
Sub-county Public Health Officer Alex Maitha said despite recent vaccination campaigns a significant number of children have not received the recommended two doses of the measles-rubella vaccine...
