Measles Orange Alert Issued in Santa Cruz, Bolivia

Santa Cruz Declares Measles Orange Alert Santa Cruz, Bolivia, has declared an orange alert for measles following the confirmation of a second case. The Servicio Departamental de Salud (SEDES) has informed the public of the alert and is urging parents to vaccinate their children. "We have 35,000 doses of the measles vaccine available," stated a health official in an interview with Unitel Bolivia. "Vaccination is free and readily available in all municipalities and health centers." The second confirmed case involved a 22-year-old resident of the eastern zone of Santa Cruz, who had recently attended international events. The health official emphasized the highly contagious nature of the virus and the importance of vaccination in preventing an epidemic. They also stressed parental responsibility in ensuring their children's vaccination. The report included footage from a health center showing the vaccine doses available. The orange alert serves as a call to action, urging the community to take preventative measures and protect their children from this potentially life-threatening disease.