Tag: UIP
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Why Hepatitis A Vaccination Should Be Added to India’s Universal Immunisation Programme
Rising Hepatitis A outbreaks spark call for UIP inclusion Public health experts are urging policymakers to include the Hepatitis A vaccine in India’s Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP). The push comes amid rising outbreaks across several states, concerns about waning natural immunity among adolescents, and the potential for severe illness in vulnerable groups. Incorporating Hepatitis A…
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Why Hepatitis A Vaccination Should Join India’s Universal Immunisation Programme
Why Hepatitis A Is Rising in India Hepatitis A poses a growing public health challenge in India, with outbreaks increasingly reported across urban and rural areas. While improved water and sanitation reduce risk, lapses still occur, especially in densely populated communities. Public health researchers warn that natural immunity among adolescents and young adults is waning,…