Global measles deaths soared last year as vaccine rates stalled. Measles deaths rose by nearly 50% in the last four years, with over 200,000 deaths globally in 2019 alone. After years of a steady decline in measles cases, the number of cases in 2019-over 860,000-was the highest since 1996. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the vaccination coverage rate needs to be at 95% to prevent outbreaks and death. However, after hovering at around 84% over the last decade, the rate has now dropped to 71%. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the measles crisis, closing vaccination programs in 26 countries. In response, the WHO and UNICEF issued an "emergency call to action," urging countries to prioritize immunization programs.