The fight against the measles epidemic in Oicha, in the province of North Kivu, shows encouraging signs. According to the latest data provided by the nurse in charge of epidemiological surveillance, Archipe Kule Kyusa, the number of measles cases has decreased considerably over the past three months. From 300 cases, it dropped to just 30 cases in Oicha Health Zone.
This significant drop is attributed to the two massive vaccination campaigns that were organized in February and May this year. The first campaign made it possible to vaccinate in fifteen health areas, which has already led to a reduction in the number of new cases of measles. The second campaign targeted almost all the health areas in the area.
Thanks to these vaccination campaigns, new cases of measles are now limited to people aged over five and a half to their thirties. These cases are also decreasing.
Archipe Kule Kyusa is optimistic about the situation and believes that in a few weeks, the measles epidemic will be completely eradicated in Oicha. Only three health areas are still reporting suspected measles cases, but the numbers are low, with only two cases reported per month in some health areas.
This progress in the fight against measles in Oicha is a great victory for public health. This demonstrates the effectiveness of vaccination campaigns and the importance of raising public awareness of the importance of getting vaccinated. The mobilization of health teams and local authorities was also essential to achieve these encouraging results.
It is essential to continue to monitor the situation closely and maintain vaccination efforts to ensure maximum protection against measles. The health of children and the general population is a priority, and this drop in measles cases in Oicha is a significant step towards this goal.