Lessons from the 2024–2025 measles outbreak in southern Viet Nam
10.5365/wpsar.2026.17.2.1326
- Author:
Thang Nguyen-Tien
1
;
Hoa Minh Tran
2
;
Anh Vu Le
3
Author Information
1. Vietnam Public Health Association, Ha Noi, Viet Nam; University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, United States of America
2. Hong Bang International University, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam; Dong Nai Center for Diseases Control, Dong Nai, Viet Nam; Dong Nai Provincial Public Health Association, Dong Nai, Viet Nam
3. Vietnam Public Health Association, Ha Noi, Viet Nam
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
health system resilience;
immunization gaps;
measles outbreak;
Vietnam
- From:
Western Pacific Surveillance and Response
2026;17(2):64-67
- CountryWHO-WPRO
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Dong Nai province in southern Viet Nam was among the hardest hit in a measles outbreak in 2024–2025 with over 7000 cases. Our analysis outlines major takeaways for measles control in recommending the need for strengthened surveillance, digital communication and intersectoral collaboration to address immunization gaps and build health system resilience in Viet Nam.
- Full text:2026072315275200824wpsar-17-1326 Nguyen FINAL.pdf
