Measles Mortality Reduction and Pre-Elimination in the African Region, 2001–2009
- 1 July 2011
- journal article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in The Journal of Infectious Diseases
- Vol. 204 (suppl_1) , S198-S204
- https://doi.org/10.1093/infdis/jir116
Abstract
Introduction. In 2001, countries in the African region adopted the measles-associated mortality reduction strategy recommended by the World Health Organization and the United Nations Children's Fund. With support from partners, these strategies were implemented during 2001–2009.Keywords
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