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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

Home Minister Ali Ihusaan speaking to press.

Talks underway to cut tobacco duty from MVR eight to MVR four: Ihusaan

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

Despite the Maldives being certified as a measles-free country, two cases have recently been detected in Malé. Consequently, any individual exhibiting symptoms of measles, particularly those presenting with a red skin rash, is advised to consult a doctor immediately.

Two cases of measles detected in Malé, a disease that had previously been eradicated in Maldives

Hantavirus is transmitted to humans by rodents.

Risk of Hantavirus in Maldives is extremely low: HPA

76th Session of WHO Regional Committee for South-East Asia Region commences

76th Session of WHO Regional Committee for South-East Asia Region commences

The WHO Representative to the Maldives calls on the President

WHO Representative applauds progress of Maldives' Covid-19 inoculation drive