Random Analytica: Samoa Measles Outbreak (2019)
The Samoan Government declared a State of Emergency on the 15th November 2019 and has subsequently extended that period until the 29th December. Via the Samoan Government. National Measles Response and Recovery Appeal 6 December 2019. Excerpt:
The Samoa Ministry of Health declared a national measles outbreak on 16 October 2019. There is widespread community transmission, with the outbreak strain the same as that causing the current outbreak in New Zealand. The Government of Samoa declared a state of emergency on 15 November 2019. Under the new Orders of the State of Emergency the Government has made vaccination mandatory for priority groups. Samoa activated its National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) on 15 November which meets daily to coordinate the emergency response and provides updates on the situation. Under the national order, various restrictions have been implemented including limitations on inter-island travel for all individuals below 19 years of age; temporary closure of schools, and strongly advising children not to attend public gatherings or attending any medical facility, unless they require medical attention. Immunised pregnant women are further restricted from attending their place of employment (public and private sector).
Infographic updated with data to 24th December 2019 via @samoagovt.
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