Tag: Rubella
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HPV Milestone, Measles Progress and Worsening Cholera Outbreak: Weekly African Health Update
HPV vaccination gains across Africa mark a significant milestone Across Africa, vaccination campaigns against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) are expanding, signaling a notable shift in the continent’s battle against HPV-related diseases. Health ministries report increased vaccine uptake among school-age girls and, in several countries, expanded eligibility to older cohorts as part of catch-up programs. Experts…
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Mirpurkhas Health Officials Mobilize for Nationwide Measles-Rubella Campaign
Mirpurkhas Prepares for National Measles-Rubella Campaign Health officials in Mirpurkhas are intensifying preparations for Pakistan’s upcoming National Measles and Rubella (MR) Prevention Campaign. A high-level meeting at the District Health Office, chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner-II Faisal Ali Soomro, emphasized the urgency of the nationwide drive and outlined steps to ensure broad community participation across…
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Mirpurkhas Health Officials Ramp Up for National Measles-Rubella Vaccination Drive
Mirpurkhas Prepares for the National Measles-Rubella Campaign The district health authorities in Mirpurkhas have intensified preparations for Pakistan’s upcoming National Measles and Rubella Prevention Campaign. A high-level meeting at the District Health Office, chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner-II Faisal Ali Soomro, underscored the urgency of vaccinating children to curb outbreaks and protect public health. The…
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Mirpurkhas Health Officials Gear Up for Nationwide Measles-Rubella Campaign
Mirpurkhas Prepares for a Nationwide Measles-Rubella Campaign Health officials in Mirpurkhas are mobilizing ahead of Pakistan’s National Measles and Rubella Prevention Campaign. A high-level meeting at the District Health Office, chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner-II Faisal Ali Soomro, underscored the urgency of the nationwide drive aimed at eliminating measles and rubella in children. The meeting…
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Sanghar Prep Underway for Measles, Rubella and Polio Vaccination Drive
Overview of the readiness review A district readiness meeting was recently convened to assess preparations for the upcoming Measles and Rubella (MR) plus Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) vaccination campaign in Sanghar. Chaired by the Deputy Commissioner, the session focused on ensuring smooth implementation, effective coverage, and stringent safety protocols as the drive is set to…
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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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Sanghar Gears Up for Measles, Rubella, and Polio Vaccination Drive
Overview of the Readiness Meeting A district readiness meeting was convened in Sanghar to review preparations for the upcoming Measles and Rubella (MR) and Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) vaccination campaign. Chaired by Deputy Commissioner Sarah Javed, the session focused on ensuring a smooth and effective rollout across the district from November 17 to November 2.…
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MR Vaccine Safety: Dr. Shafqat Bhurguri Urges Vaccination
Introduction: A call to protect children Renowned pediatrician Dr. Shafqat Bhurguri has shared a clear message for parents: the measles and rubella (MR) vaccine is safe, highly effective, and essential for safeguarding children from two potentially severe diseases. In a recent video message, he underscored the urgency of timely vaccination as part of routine child…
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Pediatric Expert Urges MR Vaccination: Shield Your Child From Measles and Rubella
Public health message from a trusted pediatrician Renowned pediatrician Dr. Shafqat Bhurguri has issued a clear and urgent call to parents: vaccinate children against measles and rubella using the MR vaccine. In a recent video message recorded ahead of upcoming MR vaccination campaigns, Dr. Bhurguri emphasized that the MR vaccine is safe, effective, and essential…
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International Collaboration Improves Measles Testing in PNG
Introduction As measles cases continue to rise worldwide, Papua New Guinea (PNG) has made a monumental leap in public health by enhancing its capabilities for measles and rubella testing. Thanks to international collaboration, the Central Public Health Laboratory (CPHL) in Port Moresby now offers advanced molecular testing for these contagious diseases. This initiative marks a…