Samoa To Shut Down Government To Help With Measles Outbreak

Samoa is facing a severe measles outbreak, prompting the government to close public services to aid vaccination efforts. Over 3,700 cases have been reported, with most fatalities being children under five. A state of emergency was declared, leading to school closures and mandatory vaccinations. Despite efforts, misinformation and past vaccine mishaps have hindered progress. The WHO advises that 95% of the population needs vaccination to prevent future outbreaks.

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