Patna: Laboratory confirmation of suspected measles patients bar The fragmentation of Patna has prompted health authorities to launch a targeted vaccination campaign and intensify surveillance measures across the affected areas. Officials said samples were collected from: two villages There was a positive reaction in All India Institute of Medical Sciences Patna immediately launches public health response.

The district administration has announced a special vaccination drive for children between nine months and five years. civil surgeon Dr. Yogendra Prasad Mandal It said a review meeting would be held with medical officers from primary health centers to assess preparedness in the region and coordinate containment efforts.

District immunization personnel doctor Awadesh Kumar It said all eligible children in identified areas would receive it. Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine As a precautionary measure. He added that children who have already received routine vaccinations will also be vaccinated to strengthen herd immunity and break the chain of infection.

Authorities set up a rapid response team and conducted door-to-door surveys to identify additional suspected cases. Certified social health activists and anganwadi officials have been directed to prepare a list of unvaccinated children, check immunization records and provide vitamin A supplementation if required.

Screening campaigns are also planned in schools and anganwadi centers, with authorities warning that measles is a highly contagious, airborne viral disease that can spread rapidly within communities. Therefore, micro-containment strategies were introduced in the affected settlements to prevent further infection.

Health officials said increased surveillance will continue for 28 days and suspected cases will be sampled immediately. Parents are advised to seek medical attention if their child develops symptoms such as high fever, rash, cough, or red eyes. Officials reiterated that the MMR vaccine is safe, effective and freely available under the national immunization program, and stressed that early vaccination remains key to protecting communities and preventing outbreaks.