Egypt’s Health Ministry Urges Parents to Use Free Measles Vaccination Campaign

Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population has urged parents to vaccinate their children against measles and rubella, warning of the spread of measles among children.

The appeal comes ahead of a national vaccination campaign scheduled to begin on October 25, 2026.

The campaign will provide vaccinations free of charge, with the ministry calling on parents to take advantage of the initiative to protect their children against both diseases.

The announcement did not specify the eligible age groups, vaccination locations or how long the campaign would run.