The expert warned about the consequences of refusing vaccination

An expert on socio-economic policy, Yakov Yakubovich, explained why infections that are considered defeated are attacking again.

In conversation with the agency RuNews24.Ru On Monday, May 18, the expert called the increase in the incidence of measles and tuberculosis an alarming signal indicating the return of previously controlled infections. According to him, measles remains one of the most contagious diseases, while most of those who have fallen ill have not been vaccinated, and a decrease in collective immunity is associated with the refusal of vaccination, the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic and increased migration.

The specialist noted that without changes, the situation could lead to an increase in the number of complications and strain on the healthcare system. He stressed that in order to contain infections, it is necessary to increase the level of vaccination, promptly identify cases of diseases, isolate the unvaccinated and carry out emergency immunization and disinfection.

The expert added that vaccination remains the most reliable method of protection, and it is also important to follow the vaccination calendar and maintain health. In his opinion, the return of these diseases is associated with long-term trends and requires both systemic measures on the part of the state and a more responsible attitude of people towards their health.

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Earlier on May 18, Elena Malinnikova, head of the Department of Virology at the Russian Ministry of Health, told RT that Russia had learned how to effectively combat Ebola, one of the hemorrhagic fevers. She also noted that the infection may enter Russia, but this is unlikely, since the current protective measures are effective, notes 360.ru .

Earlier, on May 12, the press service of Rospotrebnadzor reported that more than 2.2 million residents of Russia were vaccinated against tick-borne viral encephalitis (CVE) in 2026. At the beginning of the season, more than 43 thousand people applied to medical organizations due to tick bites.

Before that, on May 7, the Moscow City News agency, citing doctors, reported that Muscovites had become more likely to be vaccinated against tick-borne encephalitis this year. Stable immunity is formed after two doses of the drug, antibodies to the tick-borne encephalitis virus are found in more than 90% of those vaccinated.

In April, Zoya Skorpileva, a doctor at the European Vaccination Center, told NSN that diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough are present in the population, so it is very important to be vaccinated not only for children, but also for adults, as the disease can be very severe.

Earlier Pravda.Ru She wrote that the list of mandatory vaccinations may vary from country to country, but there is a basic set recommended by WHO. It includes vaccination against tuberculosis (BCG), polio, measles, rubella and mumps (CPC), as well as against diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough (DPT) and hepatitis B. These vaccinations protect against the most dangerous infectious diseases and their complications.