When?
25 June 2026 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (EDT)
Where?
Interpretation in Spanish, English, Portuguese, French will be available
Introduction
The Region of the Americas is experiencing a significant resurgence of measles. As of Epidemiological Week 20 of 2026, 20,521 confirmed cases and 25 deaths have been reported, representing a four-fold increase compared with the same period in 2025.
In this context, mass gatherings and cross-border travel can amplify transmission, particularly among populations with suboptimal vaccination coverage. Strengthening active case finding, early identification and treatment of severe cases, implementation of infection prevention and control (IPC) measures, and timely management of complications are critical to interrupt transmission, reduce mortality, and prevent long-term sequelae.
Objective
To strengthen capacities for clinical management and infection prevention and control in countries experiencing measles outbreaks and enhance preparedness in countries without ongoing outbreaks.
Target Audience
Public health authorities, clinicians, pediatricians, infectious disease specialists, infection prevention and control professionals, epidemiologists, emergency response teams, and other healthcare professionals involved in measles preparedness and response.
Agenda
Topic | Panelists |
9:00 a.m. (EDT) Welcome remarks | Daniel Salas, Executive Manager, Comprehensive Immunization Special Program, PAHO |
9:10 a.m. (EDT) Measles: Regional Situation Update and Key Elements for Outbreak Response | Álvaro Whittembury and Gloria Rey, Regional Advisors, Comprehensive Immunization Special Program, PAHO |
9:25 a.m. (EDT) Measles: Evidence for Action (Clinical Management and Infection Prevention and Control) | Marina Salvadori, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Public Health Agency of Canada |
9:45 a.m. (EDT) Clinical Management of Severe Measles Cases: Practical Experience | Rafael Mello Galliez, Infectious Diseases Specialist and Intensive Care Physician, São Sebastião Institute, Brazil; Professor UFRJ; Deputy Director NEEDIER-UFRJ |
10:10 a.m. (EDT) Infection Prevention and Control Response during Measles Outbreaks | Roxana Trejo, ASLACI Representative; ABC Medical Center, Mexico |
10:30 a.m. (EDT) Q&A Session | All participants Moderators: Pamela Bravo, Milena Corredor, Angel Rodriguez |
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