Romania has recorded an alarming number of measles cases, with 13,000 infections and eight deaths in the European Economic Area. Parents' misinformation and reluctance to vaccinate has led to a drop in the vaccination rate to 62%, well below the 95% threshold for herd immunity. Doctors like Daniela Gafita face skepticism from parents, fueled by anti-vaccination theories promoted by the far-right. The authorities are being urged to take tougher measures to combat the trend.
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AFP: România, lanterna roşie a Uniunii Europene în vaccinarea împotriva rujeolei. Opt morţi şi 13.000 dintre cele aproximativ 18.000 de cazuri înregistrate în Spaţiul Economic European. Rata vaccinării, 62%
România, pe ultimul loc în UE în ceea ce privește vaccinarea împotriva rujeolei
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