Measles - Annual Epidemiological Report for 2019

Surveillance report
  • Publication series: Annual Epidemiological Report
  • Time period covered: This report is based on data for 2019 retrieved from The European Surveillance System (TESSy) on 27 February 2020.
ECDC’s annual surveillance reports provide a wealth of epidemiological data to support decision-making at the national level. They are mainly intended for public health professionals and policymakers involved in disease prevention and control programmes.
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Measles - Annual Epidemiological Report for 2019

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Measles in Europe, Jan - Dec 2019
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Infographic showing the age distribution of measles cases and the countries affected in 2019 as well as the number of measles cases 2017-2019.

Measles affects all age groups, 2016-2019 data
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Measles is an acute, highly contagious disease capable of creating epidemics. It can be contracted at any age. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others against measles, regardless of age. Check your vaccination status.

EIW 2020
News story

A total of 13 200 measles cases were reported by the EU/EEA countries and the UK in 2019. In addition, approximately 1 000 measles cases were reported in the first two months of 2020. Cases were reported in all age groups. This highlights the importance of continuous efforts to improve routine childhood immunisation programmes and address immunity gaps in the population.

Read more on ECDC website

Measles virus particles, TEM. © Science Photo Library

Measles is an acute illness caused by morbillivirus. The disease is transmitted via airborne respiratory droplets, or by direct contact with nasal and throat secretions of infected individuals.

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