measles surveillance

What are the Challenges in Measles Surveillance?

Challenges in measles surveillance include:
Underreporting of cases due to lack of access to healthcare or insufficient reporting systems.
Misdiagnosis of measles as other illnesses with similar symptoms.
Laboratory Capacity constraints, which can delay or prevent confirmation of cases.
Vaccine Hesitancy, leading to lower vaccination rates and increased risk of outbreaks.
Political and Social Instability, which can disrupt vaccination programs and surveillance efforts.

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