Japan: As of 24 May 2026, Japan reported 511 cumulative measles cases. This exceeded the cumulative number reported for the same period in each year from 2020 to 2025.
Nepal: Since January 2026, Nepal has reported measles outbreaks in nine districts, with recent transmission confirmed in additional communities in Jajarkot and Surkhet districts. More than 300 children and youths have been infected nationwide, including over 200 cases in Baglung district.
Measles outbreaks are increasing worldwide.
Measles spread quickly and can be dangerous - protection is simple: get vaccinated!
Swiss recommendations: All persons born after 1963 who have no documented protection against the infection (antibodies or 2 documented vaccinations) should be vaccinated twice with MMR vaccine at one month interval. In the event of an epidemic in the region or contact with a measles case, vaccination is recommended from the age of 6 months.