herd immunity

  • A ‘Perfect Storm’ Could Make Measles a Nightmare in 2022, WHO and UNICEF Warn

    A ‘Perfect Storm’ Could Make Measles a Nightmare in 2022, WHO and UNICEF Warn

    The once nearly vanquished disease measles is making a worrying comeback. This week, the World Health Organisation and UNICEF reported that global cases of the viral illness have so far jumped almost 80% in 2022 compared to last year. Without immediate action, the conditions are “ripe” this year for a large-scale resurgence of the vaccine-preventable…