The number of cases of measles in Yakutia has increased to 68

Yakutia not been able to overcome the measles outbreak. The number of cases is growing, has already recorded 68 cases. 16 people, including four children, were hospitalized.

the deteriorating situation, the building of the Republican children’s tuberculosis sanatorium was occupied as a hospital for cases of measles. It is reported by the Ministry of health of the region.

Residents are reminded of the need of vaccination.

a Dangerous virus has spread in the country in early December. By the end of the month the number of cases exceeded 50, recalls channel “Russia 24”.