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UN reiterates support for vaccines amid U.S. measles outbreak
Summary
Asked about a measles outbreak in the United States, the UN spokesperson said the organization believes in the efficacy of vaccines against preventable childhood diseases.
When asked about a measles outbreak in the United States, the United Nations spokesperson reiterated the UN's support for vaccination against preventable childhood diseases.
The spokesperson said: "We believe in the efficacy of vaccines, notably against preventable childhood diseases." The remark followed a reporter's question about the UN's stance as the outbreak was reported in the UN host country.
No change to UN personnel immunization policy or new UN guidance was announced during the briefing.
