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Measles Immunization Campaign In Uganda

Measles Immunization Campaign In Uganda

15 April 2002

Measles, a disease that can be prevented by vaccine, accounts for over 800,000 deaths a year worldwide. Over half of these deaths are in Africa. As part of the global effort to combat measles deaths, Uganda has launched a massive immunization campaign with help from the World Health Organization, UNICEF and other groups.

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News & Features / Features / UN in Action
Corporate Name
UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN'S FUND - UNICEF
Subject Topical
HEALTH
IMMUNIZATION
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
Geographic Subject
AFRICA
UGANDA
MAMS Id
UNA0794
Parent Id
UNA0794

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Measles, a disease that can be prevented by vaccine, accounts for over 800,000 deaths a year worldwide. Over half of these deaths are in Africa. As part of the global effort to combat measles deaths, Uganda has launched a massive immunization campaign with help from the World Health Organization, UNICEF and other groups.

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