Bogotá Activates Emergency Plan After Confirming Three Cases of Measles Imported from Mexico
Bogotá launched a containment strategy after the first measles infections originating from abroad were confirmed.
TL;DR
- Bogotá confirmed three laboratory-tested measles cases, with one pending verification, all originating from abroad.
- The city's containment strategy includes enhanced surveillance at airports, transport terminals, and hospitals.
- Epidemiological cordons are being established to trace contacts, vaccinate around cases, and isolate individuals if necessary.
- Vaccination efforts are being intensified, with a particular focus on improving the booster dose coverage for children aged 18 months, which currently stands at 83%.
- Children under 10 years old need at least two doses of the measles vaccine, and a booster is recommended for those aged 9-16 with incomplete vaccination history.
- Travelers planning to visit countries with active measles circulation, such as Mexico, the United States, Canada, Venezuela, Spain, or the United Kingdom, are advised to check their vaccination status and consider a booster dose.
- Bogotá has 200 vaccination points, including permanent ones at the airport and transport terminals, with additional mobile vaccination drives in public spaces.