Measles

Measles is one of the most contagious infections, with potentially serious complications, and it can be eradicated worldwide. High vaccination coverage is essential to interrupt the spread of the virus and eliminate measles in different regions of the world.

Our missions

  • Monitoring the epidemiological trends of measles

  • Detect clusters of cases to implement appropriate control measures

  • During the pre-elimination phase, track the number of imported cases and cases linked to importation

  • Assessing and monitoring measles vaccination coverage

  • Promote measles vaccination

  • Assist in the certification of elimination

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Publications

Here you will find the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé publique France.

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Measles Vaccination Coverage Among Medical Students at the University of Aix-Marseille’s School of Pharmacy. Identifying Reasons for Vaccination and Non-Vaccination Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, April 2013

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Estimation of measles vaccination coverage among medical students at the University of Aix-Marseille and identification of reasons for vaccination and non-vaccination, March 2013

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Clustered cases of measles with nosocomial transmission in the city of Reims, January–March 2008. Journées de Veille Sanitaire, Paris, November 26, 27, and 28, 2008

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Measles Surveillance. Implementation of comprehensive surveillance of residual measles cases in France. Pilot study in three French departments with high vaccination coverage (Cher, Paris, Val-d'Oise)

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Rubéole

Rubella

thematic dossier

Rubella is a viral infection that is usually mild but can, during pregnancy, lead to fetal death or congenital rubella syndrome. A vaccine is available to prevent infection.

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Vaccination

Vaccination

thematic dossier

Contagious diseases most often affect children at a very young age. Because children are particularly vulnerable, they are a priority target for vaccination programs.

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