UN warns vaccine-preventable diseases on the rise globally

The UN and Gavi vaccine alliance warn that measles, meningitis, and yellow fever outbreaks are increasing globally due to misinformation and reduced international aid. Measles cases jumped 20% in 2023 to 10.3 million, with 138 countries reporting cases. An estimated 14.5 million children missed routine vaccinations in 2023. Gavi seeks $9 billion to protect 500 million children through 2030.READ FULL