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Rising measles cases due to complacency over vaccination

Nghiêm Thị Mai Sang, Head of the The Paediatrics Department at Hà Nội-based Thanh Nhàn Hospital said that among the measles cases admitted to the hospital, some children were too young to receive the measles vaccine, while others had incomplete vaccinations or missed doses.

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Health Ministry urges intensified measures against measles
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"Shingles not only causes prolonged severe pain but has also been associated with disruption of blood sugar control and can affect quality of life. Therefore, proactive prevention of shingles is crucial to protect health and limit complication risks in diabetic patients.”

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This story is based on a real patient case, and highlights the importance of being aware of the health risks when traveling to different countries and the significance of vaccinations. It is essential for parents to be informed about the specific health recommendations for each region they visit with their child and to consider additional vaccinations if necessary.

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