Rehabilitation in measles management

20 Mar 2025

Written by Carla Yeung

Measles cases are rising globally, particularly in areas with low vaccination rates. While vaccination is the most effective way to prevent measles, rehabilitation plays a crucial role in managing complications and supporting recovery for those affected.

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The World Rehabilitation Alliance (WRA), a global network under the World Health Organization (WHO), has released a factsheet highlighting the importance of rehabilitation professionals in measles care. Measles can lead to severe complications, including pneumonia, swallowing difficulties caused by mouth sores, and long-term functional impairments. Rehabilitation professionals can help prevent deterioration, support recovery, and address lasting effects, improving patient outcomes.

Where vaccinations are missed, outbreaks can follow

With measles cases increasing, the WRA is advocating for the inclusion of rehabilitation professionals in outbreak response and broader health system planning. Strengthening vaccination efforts remains the most effective way to prevent measles, but for those affected, rehabilitation is essential to minimising complications and restoring function. To learn more, read: Measles – global outbreaks stemming from a decline in routine vaccine coverage.

As a proud member of the WRA, the National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre (NCCTRC) supports its mission to promote rehabilitation as an essential health service, strengthen health systems, and improve health and functioning outcomes worldwide.

Visit the WRA website to download the Measles and rehabilitation factsheet.

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