Tag: UIP
Bharat Biotech receives National Technology Award for ROTAVAC from the President
Launched in 2015 by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi ROTAVAC vaccine was introduced into the Universal Immunization Program in India during 2016, with initial implementation in 9 states with more States in the pipeline.............
Indian Immunologicals launches pentavalent vaccine, VAXTAR 5
The vaccine was developed indigenously using the company’s R&D expertise and has been tested in multiple centres under prescribed government guidelines..................
Health ministry launches intensified diarrhoea control fortnight
During the fortnight, intensified community awareness campaigns on hygiene and promotion of ORS and Zinc therapy will be conducted at state, district and village levels.........
Govt launches Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine under UIP
The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) protects children against severe forms of pneumococcal disease, such as pneumonia and meningitis...........
Govt extends Rotavirus vaccine immunization under UIP
It is our endeavour to protect each and every child in the country from vaccine preventable diseases and reduce child mortality, mentioned the health minister, Mr J P Nadda....
“Utmost important that myths around immunization be dispelled”
There is need to deploy real foot soldiers in the last mile connectivity areas to achieve the vaccination campaign results India is looking for.....
J P Nadda exhorts voluntary organizations to participate in immunization drives
The prime objective of the voluntary organizations should be to bridge the gap between these schemes and the community, said the health minister....