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Tajikistan Measles Situation 2025: DREF Final Report (MDRTJ037)
By International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies at ReliefWeb
· June 29, 2026
· 4 min read
. Description of the Event Date when the trigger was met 20-06-2025What happened, where and when? According to data from the Republican Center for Immunoprophylaxis of the Ministry of Health of Tajikistan (RCI), the first cases of measles were recorded since January 2025. As of June 18, 2025, RCI re
Key takeaway According to data from the Republican Center for Immunoprophylaxis of the Ministry of Health of Tajikistan (RCI), the first cases of measles were recorded since January 2025.
Why this matters
The measles situation in Tajikistan highlights the challenges of maintaining high vaccination coverage rates, particularly in areas with limited access to healthcare. The fact that 45% of patients diagnosed with measles were not vaccinated, and 34% were vaccinated only once, suggests that gaps in immunization coverage exist. The National Immunoprophylactic Program for 2021-2025 aims to improve immunization coverage, but the current outbreak underscores the need for targeted efforts to reach vulnerable populations. The geographic distribution of cases, with 70% registered in 12 districts of republican subordination and the capital Dushanbe, may indicate disparities in healthcare access and vaccination rates across different regions. As the situation continues to evolve, it will be crucial to monitor the effectiveness of the government's response and the support provided by international organizations such as the WHO and UNICEF. Faith-based organizations and charities may also play a role in supporting vaccination efforts and providing humanitarian aid to affected communities.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? . Description of the Event Date when the trigger was met 20-06-2025What happened, where and when? According to data from the Republican Center for Immunoprophylaxis of the Ministry of Health of Tajikistan (RCI), the first cases of measles were recorded since January 2025. As of June 18, 2025, RCI re
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