Brazil Makes ‘Dia d’ Against Measles in Border Areas with Bolivia

Urgent Measles Vaccination Campaign Launched Along Brazilian Border

In response to a declared national health emergency in Bolivia due to a surge in measles cases, the Brazilian ministry of Health is implementing an intensified vaccination program in key border regions and other strategically important areas. This proactive measure aims to prevent the spread of the highly contagious disease within Brazil and safeguard public health.

Initial Vaccination Efforts & Regional Focus

The initial phase of the campaign is currently underway in the state of Acre, with teams deployed to Rio Branco and Brasileia on July 15th and 16th.Following this, a large-scale “D-Day” vaccination event is scheduled for July 26th across