Tag: Public Health Campaign
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Preparations Reviewed for MR/OPV Vaccination Drive in Sanghar
District Readiness Meeting Oversees MR/OPV Campaign Plans A district readiness meeting was convened under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner Sanghar, Sarah Javed, to review preparations for the upcoming Measles and Rubella (MR) and Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) vaccination campaign. The meeting focused on logistical arrangements, cold chain management, vaccine supplies, and coordination with local…
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Health Advocates Urge Accelerated Cervical Cancer Prevention in Ghana
Urgent Call to Action Against Cervical Cancer Health advocates from Communication for Development and Advocacy Consult (CDA Consult) are calling for urgent nationwide action to combat cervical cancer in Ghana. The appeal highlights the urgent need to scale up prevention efforts, especially in lower-income communities where access to screening, vaccination, and treatment remains limited. As…
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Measles and Rubella Vaccination Campaign to Kick Off in Sukkur on November 17
Contactless immunization drive to protect 880,000 children in Sukkur Division A major public health initiative is set to begin in Sukkur Division, with a 12-day measles and rubella (MR) vaccination campaign that aims to inoculate more than 880,000 children. The drive starts on November 17 and will run through November 29, reaching registrants in urban…
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Measles and Rubella Vaccination Campaign Kicks Off in Sukkur on November 17
Campaign Overview: Measles and Rubella Vaccination in Sukkur A major public health effort is underway in the Sukkur Division as a comprehensive measles and rubella vaccination campaign is scheduled to begin on November 17. The initiative spans 12 days and aims to inoculate more than 880,000 children across the region, offering critical protection against two…
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10-day IRS Campaign in Ghotki Aims to Curb Malaria and Dengue
Ten-Day Indoor Residual Spraying Campaign Kicks Off in Ghotki In a decisive move to protect residents from malaria and dengue, a ten-day Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign has been officially launched in Ghotki district. The initiative, ordered by Deputy Commissioner Manzoor Ahmed Kanrani, brings together local health authorities, field workers, and community leaders to deliver…
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Ghotki Launches 10-Day Indoor Residual Spray Campaign to Fight Malaria and Dengue
Ghotki Unveils a 10-Day Indoor Residual Spray Campaign In a coordinated effort to curb the spread of malaria and dengue, the district administration of Ghotki, led by Deputy Commissioner Manzoor Ahmed Kanrani, has officially launched a ten-day Indoor Residual Spray (IRS) campaign. The initiative aims to reduce mosquito populations inside homes and public buildings, translating…
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Turning a Cup of Tea into a Life-Changing Conversation: Tetley and BCNA’s Uncomfortable Cup Campaign
Turning a Cup of Tea into a Life-Changing Conversation In Australia, breast cancer remains a defining health challenge, with 58 people diagnosed daily and more than 21,000 new cases expected in 2025. Yet, many conversations about symptoms, screening, and support remain uncomfortable or avoided. A new national campaign from tea brand Tetley, in partnership with…
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HPV Vaccine Rollout in Rawalpindi: Targeting Nine-Year-Old Girls from February 2026
Expanded immunisation program adds cervical cancer vaccine The District Health Authority (DHA) Rawalpindi has announced a significant expansion of Pakistan’s national immunisation program. Cervical cancer has been added as the thirteenth disease targeted by the drive, joining a list that already includes tuberculosis, diphtheria, measles, pertussis, tetanus, polio, pneumonia, diarrhoea, typhoid, and hepatitis B among…
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Erode Corporation Intensifies Anti-Dengue Drive Ahead of North-East Monsoon
Proactive Measures as North-East Monsoon Approaches As the North-East monsoon is anticipated to arrive later this month, the Erode Corporation has escalated its anti-dengue operations to curb potential outbreaks. The civic body has deployed 436 Domestic Breeding Checkers (DBCs) to conduct door-to-door inspections across the city, underscoring a community-centered approach to vector control in an…
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Erode Corporation Steps Up Anti-Dengue Drive Ahead of North-East Monsoon
Erode Intensifies Anti-Dengue Drive Ahead of North-East Monsoon As the North-East monsoon is poised to arrive later this month, the Erode Corporation has escalated its anti-dengue operations to curb the spread of dengue and other water-borne diseases. A notable feature of the intensified campaign is the deployment of 436 domestic breeding checkers (DBCs) who will…