Over 14 million children globally missed out on vaccines in 2024, mirroring the previous year's figures. Nine countries accounted for over half of these unvaccinated children. While diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough vaccine coverage reached 89% for a first dose and 85% for the full series, this progress is threatened by reduced international aid and vaccine misinformation. Measles outbreaks surged globally, highlighting the urgent need for increased vaccination rates. Experts emphasize that vaccination remains the only effective way to prevent these diseases.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.