Measles

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The Health Protection Agency (HPA) has urged individuals who are uncertain of their vaccination status regarding the two doses of the measles vaccine to visit designated vaccination centers to complete their immunization.

17 cases of measles reported last week, bringing total number of cases recorded so far this year to 243

Vaccination following measles exposure.

Delays in measles test results: HPA attributes issue to late arrival of samples at the lab

Measles and Rubella (MR) vaccines are being administered to adults under the age of 49 at a vaccination center in the Maldives.

Maldives measles cases rise to 186: 20 cases reported last week alone

Measles Vaccine.

Measles cases in the Maldives exceed 160: 22 cases reported last week alone

The young man passed away while undergoing treatment at Hulhumalé Hospital.

24-year-old passes away after contracting measles

Measles (MR) vaccination campaign launched for individuals under the age of 49.

Measles vaccination campaign begins for individuals under 49 years of age

Following the detection of two measles cases in Malé, despite the Maldives being classified as a measles-free country, authorities are advising anyone exhibiting symptoms—particularly red rashes—to seek medical consultation immediately.

Measles cases in the Greater Male' Area rise to 121

Minister of Health, Family and Welfare Geela Ali speaking at the People's Majlis.

Questions Persist Over Measles Test Kit Availability

Despite the Maldives being certified as a measles-free country, cases have recently been detected in Malé. Consequently, any individual exhibiting symptoms of measles, particularly the appearance of red rashes on the body, is advised to consult a doctor immediately.

Measles spreading rapidly in GMR: 44 cases reported last week alone

Efforts are underway to administer vaccinations to protect against measles.

22 test positive for measles; HPA launches special vaccination campaign

Although the Maldives has been certified as a measles-free country, two cases have recently been detected in Malé. Consequently, any individual exhibiting symptoms of measles, particularly the appearance of red rashes on the body, is advised to consult a doctor immediately.

Two More Measles Cases Confirmed in Maldives, Total Reaches 22

Following the detection of two measles cases in Malé, despite the Maldives being classified as a measles-free country, authorities advise anyone exhibiting symptoms—particularly red rashes—to seek medical consultation immediately.

20 individuals have tested positive for measles in the Maldives so far this year

As part of the ceremony held to hand over 20,000 doses of measles vaccine and essential medical supplies from the government of India, to the government of Maldives.

India rushes tons of medical aid to help crush Maldives measles outbreak

Ministry of Health: The Health Protection Agency (HPA) has reported that four additional individuals tested positive for the disease over the past week.

Four more cases of measles detected, bringing total to 15

From when the number of Cabinet members was reduced to 15, and 12 Ministers were appointed during the Muizzu administration, in 2026.

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The building housing the Ministry of Health.

Health Ministry Refers Measles Queries to HPA, Updates Set for Tuesdays

The building housing the Ministry of Health.

Two additional cases of measles detected, bringing total to 11

Health authorities are administering measles vaccinations to unprotected individuals following the emergence of new cases in the Maldives, aiming to ensure community safety for those who have not completed their immunization doses.

HPA decides to launch measles vaccination campaign

Following the detection of two measles cases in Malé, despite the Maldives being classified as a country that has eliminated the disease, individuals exhibiting symptoms such as red rashes are urged to seek medical consultation.

Two additional cases of measles detected, bringing total to nine cases

The building housing the Ministry of Health.

HPA urges public to take special precautions against diseases during holiday season!

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