JAKARTA, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) — Indonesia has recorded 46 measles cases across 42 districts and cities in 13 provinces, with Sumenep in East Java identified as the worst-affected area with 17 deaths, the Ministry of Health said on Tuesday.
“Measles is a dangerous disease that can cause death, and its transmission is even faster than COVID-19,” said Prima Yosephine, director of immunization at the ministry.
From January to August 2025, Indonesia reported 23,128 suspected measles cases with 3,444 confirmed, with Sumenep recording the highest number at 2,139 suspected cases. ■