measles

Measles: Steady increase in Europe – Six new cases in 1 week in Greece

According to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), a further rise in measles cases is expected soon,…

6 months ago

Three "forgotten" childhood diseases that seriously worry Greek health experts

Measles has significantly risen this year, with 19 cases being registered in Greece, as well as pertussis, with two neonatal…

11 months ago

Over 50% of measles cases in Greece are in the Roma population

In our country, there are populations that have not completed vaccination, and for this reason, they are extremely exposed, says…

11 months ago

In which region of Greece is there a measles outbreak? The measures to come

An informal meeting is scheduled today at the Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY) to define the operational plan for…

12 months ago

Migrant children vaccinated in Lesvos

A mass vaccination program for migrant children in Lesvos, completed its first round over the weekend. The National Public Health…

5 years ago

Greece's Health Minister vows to increase vaccination rates after alarming WHO data

Greece's Health Minister, Vassilis Kikilias has stated that he plans to take action to increase vaccination rates, following data from the…

5 years ago

W.H.O. warns of ‘dramatic’ rise in measles across Europe including Greece

Greece is one of four European countries that is no longer categorised as measles-free, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).…

5 years ago