[Towards measles elimination in Italy].

Measles elimination is an important target for Public Health. Data on measles epidemiology in Italy are presented for years 2005-2008, after National Measles Elimination Plan was launched in 2003. In 2005 less than 300 case were notified but since 2006 outbreaks were detected in many Italian Regions. Even if vaccine coverage improved in last year, it did not reach the value necessary for elimination and there is the need to improve vaccination coverage and to implement effective infection control practices.