The Kosovo National Institute for Public Health (IKSHPK) has announced that several cases of measles have been registered in Kosovo this year, urging parents to vaccinate their children against measles, mumps, and rubella.
In a statement on Facebook, IKSHPK reported that these measles cases were registered during the first three months of the year, from January to March 2025.
“As part of protecting public health and in order to prevent the spread of infectious diseases and protect the health of children, it is very important to ensure that your children are vaccinated with the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella). During this year (January-March 2025), several sporadic cases of measles have been registered in our country, and vaccination remains the safest way to prevent new cases,” the announcement states.
IKSHPK also provided information about the MMR vaccine used for these cases.
“The MMR vaccine is given to prevent measles, mumps, and rubella. It is safe and effective and is one of the best ways to protect children from these diseases. When should children be vaccinated? The MMR vaccine, according to the regular vaccination calendar, is given in two doses: the first dose at 12-15 months, and the second dose at 5-6 years of age,” IKSHPK further explains.
IKSHPK emphasizes that children who, for various reasons, were unable to receive the vaccine according to the regular calendar can still be vaccinated at any time, as the vaccine can be given even after the age of 6.
“It is important that the child completes the vaccination series by receiving both doses of the MMR vaccine to ensure full protection,” the Kosovo National Institute for Public Health announces.
IKSHPK adds that due to recent cases of measles in the country and neighboring countries, it is essential that every child be vaccinated to prevent potential outbreaks and to ensure their health and the health of other children.
“Visit the nearest Family Medicine Center, where you can vaccinate your child. All children who are vaccinated with the MMR vaccines are protected from these infectious diseases, and thus help prevent their spread,” the announcement concludes.
