Essay On Measles Eradication

Abstract

This is a summary on the review of the current state of knowledge on the problems associated with measles infection and the challenge faced with the global ambition of completely eliminating the disease despite the availability of an effective vaccine. Measles eradication is defined as the interruption of measles transmission worldwide as result of deliberate efforts; intervention methods may no longer be needed. It represents the success of elimination efforts in all countries. Indeed, measles transmission has been interrupted in several countries, reinforcing the view that measles eradication is technically feasible using existing vaccines, laboratory techniques and intervention strategies. Vaccination proper coverage is the main

These are called Koplik's spots, and are specific to measles infection. The throat becomes red, swollen, and sore. Some days after the appearance of the Koplik's spots, the measles rash begins. It appears in a characteristic progression, from the head, face, and neck, to the trunk, then abdomen, and next out along the arms and legs. The rash starts out as flat, red patches, but eventually develops some bumps. The rash may be somewhat itchy. When the rash begins to appear, the fever usually climbs higher, sometimes reaching as high as 105°F (40.5°C). There may be nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and multiple swollen lymph nodes. The cough is usually more problematic at this point, and the patient feels awful. The rash usually lasts about five days. It turns a brownish color as it fades, and eventually the affected skin becomes dry and flaky. Many patients (about 5–15%) develop other complications. Bacterial infections, such as ear infections, sinus infections, and pneumonia are common, especially in children. Other viral infections may also strike the patient, including laryngitis, croup, bronchitis, Inflammation of the liver, appendix, intestine, or lymph nodes within the abdomen may cause