Bangladesh rolls out typhoid immunisation drive for 50 million children
Summary
Bangladesh has launched a nationwide campaign to vaccinate about 50 million children against typhoid with a vaccine that provides protection for up to five years. The campaign targets children aged nine months to 15 years and aims to tackle drug-resistant strains of the disease spreading in South Asia. The typhoid vaccine is given for free and will become part of the regular immunization schedule after the campaign ends.Key Facts
- Bangladesh is vaccinating 50 million children against typhoid.
- The campaign is for children aged nine months to 15 years.
- The vaccine used is approved by the World Health Organization and protects for up to five years.
- The drive began on a Sunday and lasts until November 13.
- Health workers are administering the vaccine in schools, clinics, and door-to-door.
- The campaign focuses on urban slums and remote villages.
- Drug-resistant typhoid strains are a growing concern in South Asia.
- The initiative is supported by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, to reduce infection rates and resistance.
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