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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Kalsang Dolma, M.B.B.S.[2]

Overview

Congenital rubella syndrome is rare in developed countries due to their strong routine immunization programs. It continues to be endemic in many parts of the world.

Epidemiology and Demographics

Incidence in Developed Countries

• The introduction of rubella vaccines in 1969 led to the elimination of the rubella infection and congenital rubella syndrome in many parts of the world.
• In the U.S, Rubella has been eliminated. Between the years 2004 and 2012, there has been 6 reported cases of congenital rubella syndrome in the U.S. However, these cases are thought to be imported or of unknown origin.
• In France, the incidence of congenital rubella syndrome in 2011 was estimated at 1.01 per 100,000 live births.

Incidence Worldwide

• The WHO is implementing strategies to eradicate rubella worldwide by the year 2020. This is still a challenge in many parts of the world, most notably Southeast Asia and Africa, due to the relative high cost and availability of the vaccine.
• Worldwide in 2008, the number of cases of congenital rubella syndrome exceeded 110,000, with 75% of cases occurring in Southeast Asia and Africa.

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