Nearly two-thirds of measles cases since the start of October 2023 have been in children aged 10 and under.
More than 1,000 cases of measles have been confirmed in England since the current outbreak began, figures show.
Of these, 811 have been reported so far this year, well above the number for the whole of 2023 .The last major measles outbreak in the UK was just over 10 years ago and saw 1,920 confirmed cases in England in 2012 with a further 1,414 in 2013. Dr Rob Verrecchia, UKHSA health protection consultant, said: “We are continuing to see measles cases right across the country, with cases particularly high in London and the West Midlands.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Nearly 30,000 healthcare staff in England to get up to £3,000 paymentsAlmost 30,000 workers in England are expected to receive one-off payments up to £3,000.
Read more »
People with a Blue Badge could face £1,000 fine for not taking action in timeNearly three million people in Scotland and England have a Blue Badge.
Read more »
Arizona reinstates 1864 law banning abortion in nearly all casesThe Arizona Supreme Court upheld a 1864 law banning virtually all abortions.
Read more »
Arizona reinstates 1864 law banning abortion in nearly all casesThe Arizona Supreme Court upheld a 1864 law banning virtually all abortions.
Read more »
Declan Rice hopes to convince Ben White to play for EnglandDeclan Rice wants his Arsenal teammate Ben White to reconsider his decision and make himself available to play for the England national team. White, who has been performing exceptionally well for his club, has not been selected for the national team since the 2022 World Cup. There were reports of a disagreement between White and England assistant Steve Holland, but England manager Gareth Southgate denied any such issue. Rice has been named as the captain for England's upcoming friendly against Belgium.
Read more »