The Power of Prevention – Immunizing for a Safer, Healthier World: An Opportunity to Accelerate Measles and Rubella Elimination through System Strengthening
This side event explores the power of prevention: measles
vaccine saves more lives than any other vaccine, yet measles is
on the rise. There is a once in a generation opportunity to save
children’s lives and leverage efficiencies across multiple health
needs due to a 2024 WHO policy update recommending
universal rubella vaccine introduction. Because a combination
measles and rubella vaccine is introduced through large
vaccination campaigns, this new WHO policy has opened doors
to preventing rubella and deadly measles outbreaks. To sustain
progress, multi-sectoral contributions from all stakeholders are
needed to prioritize investing in immunization.