Bhutan has announced the successful elimination of rubella. On 21 July 2023, the World Health Organisation recognised Bhutan's efforts to tackle this highly contagious and potentially devastating disease, The Bhutan Live reported.

In the past 20 years, Bhutan's health workers have worked tirelessly and fought against rubella, also known as German Measles, according to the report.

This infectious disease poses a threat to those infected and also causes severe complications for pregnant women, resulting in irreversible birth defects in newborns.

However, Bhutan's efforts in vaccination promotion and creating awareness have resulted in commendable success..


Source : Economic Times