# Measles Surge in UK Sparks Vaccination Push | London News

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-07-09T10:49:28+00:00
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Measles is roaring back in the UK with a deadly spike—883 confirmed cases in England alone since January, including the tragic death of an adult with a weakened immune system, joining two children who died this year. London’s hit hardest, with over half the cases, and schools in North London, especially Enfield, saw a massive outbreak last January. This year’s surge dwarfs last year’s total. Most cases affect kids under ten, but the adult fatality is a chilling reminder: measles can kill anyone, especially the vulnerable. The NHS is now urgently mobilizing to vaccinate a million kids aged 2–11 who missed their MMR shots, even rolling out a new MMR/V vaccine that also protects against chickenpox. With vaccination rates falling, the WHO has officially downgraded the UK from measles-free status—health officials are now flooding parents with reminders via GP visits, texts, emails, and the NHS app to stop the spread before it’s too late. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8efb61e86dcd6e7e

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