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NINTH GAVI BOARD MEETING
Dakar, 18-19 November 2002

9 Measles

Paper (Word - 26K)

Discussion

• Given the availability of safe, effective and relatively inexpensive measles vaccine and proven vaccination strategies, the current global burden of measles deaths is unacceptable.



• To reduce measles deaths on a long-term basis, measles mortality reduction strategies including routine immunization and periodic measles supplementary immunization activities, should be part of countries' comprehensive immunization plans, and endorsed by their ICCs.



• The commitment of the relevant country governments is essential for the success of the efforts and to secure the funds necessary to support them.

DECISIONS

The Board:

• 1.1 Approved the proposal to issue a statement to the media and the public confirming the GAVI Board's commitment to measles mortality reduction and encourage GAVI partners to provide financial support to the cause.

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