
Augusto Tarazona Fernández
Augusto Tarazona Fernández is a medical infectologist known for his work in addressing infectious diseases in Peru, particularly during outbreaks. Recently, he has been in the news discussing the rising cases of measles in the country, emphasizing the urgent need for vaccination in regions like Loreto, which has experienced significantly low immunization rates. Tarazona has highlighted the connection between measles outbreaks and high rates of malnutrition, particularly among children in vulnerable communities.
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Augusto Tarazona Fernández, head of the Infectology Service at Hospital Sergio Bernales, indicated that the risk of contagion will increase during the upcoming national celebrations.
La selva bajo el acecho del sarampión: reportan dos casos y especialistas alertan alto impacto en comunidades no vacunadasEl Comercio·
Peru· 2026-07-30
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