Outbreaks due to measles, mumps, rubella and varicella in schools: a systematic review of the literature - PubMed
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- Systematic review of measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella outbreaks in schools (2000-2025).
- Most outbreaks occurred in high-income countries, with measles being the most prevalent.
- Measles outbreaks had the highest attack rates (up to 51%), but no fatalities were recorded.
- Outbreaks primarily affected unvaccinated or partially vaccinated students and staff.
- Schools often acted as amplifiers of infection transmission in communities.
- Vaccination stagnation may increase the frequency and risk of school outbreaks.