Overview

• Spain has confirmed 229 measles cases from 408 suspected by May 11, 2025, including 78 imported cases, primarily from Morocco.
• Seven active outbreaks are ongoing across four autonomous communities, prompting heightened public health measures.
• The Ministry of Health has updated its risk assessment and issued new guidance to reinforce vaccination and epidemiological monitoring.
• Authorities emphasize maintaining over 95% two-dose vaccination coverage to prevent reestablishment of endemic transmission.
• Summer travel and population movements, such as Operation Paso del Estrecho, are identified as significant risks for further case importation.