Due to the rise of measles cases in countries such as the United States, THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH (MINSAL) He has issued a preventive alert and has intensified the actions of the National Vaccination Plan. The health authority recalled that Chile managed to eliminate this disease in 1993.
This reinforcement in vaccination is not aimed at the entire population, but specifically to certain groups, such as infants and people who plan to travel.
Who should be vaccinated or reviewed
- People born between 1971 and 1981 No valid registration of two doses of the SRP vaccine (measles, rubella and paper).
- Travelers abroad: they must immunize at least 15 days before the trip.
In the case of infants between 6 and 11 months, it is indicated that they should receive a dose of the vaccine before embarking on their trip. For their part, children from the 12 months who have a single dose, must receive a second at least four weeks later. In addition, it is emphasized that all children and adolescents must have two doses of the vaccine prior to any trip.
Where to go to the reinforcement of the measles vaccine
Vaccines are available in both public and private vaccinations that have agreement with the health seremis. In case of doubts, anyone can go to these centers to receive guidance.
Also, those who require their vaccination record For academic or work purposes abroad they can request it directly in the same vaccinations.
Before the decrease in immunization rates globally, The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an urgent call to countries to resume and strengthen their vaccination campaigns.
