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COVID-19 could trigger a spike in measles cases. Here’s how

Medical workers wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) are seen at the intensive care unit (ICU) of the Sotiria hospital, following the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Athens, Greece, April 25, 2020. Picture taken April 25, 2020

More than 117 million children could miss out on measles vaccinations due to suspended programmes. Image: REUTERS/Giorgos Moutafis

Harry Kretchmer
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