Health
Measles Outbreak Highlights Low Vaccination Rates in Bosnia and Herzegovina
In 2024, a measles epidemic in Bosnia and Herzegovina revealed extremely low vaccination coverage, with over 7,000 cases reported in the Federation and Brčko District, including the deaths of two adol
In 2024, Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced a significant measles outbreak that exposed major gaps in vaccination coverage and public trust in institutions. By July 2024, more than 7,000 cases had been recorded in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Brčko District alone, with the deaths of two adolescents highlighting the severity of the situation. The World Health Organization and UNICEF have called on authorities to urgently improve routine immunization, strengthen surveillance systems, and enhance communication with parents and young people about vaccine safety and benefits. The outbreak has reinforced the need for coordinated, multi-level public health interventions and sustained investment in primary care and immunization programs across the country.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Brčko District
- Date added
- 2026-03-22 17:57 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-22 17:57 UTC
- Connected threats
- Not provided