WHO promotes immunization during World Immunization Week

"Collectively protected: vaccines work! is the theme of this year's edition that pays tribute to the heroes of vaccination around the world – from parents to health care workers and innovators – who help to ensure that we are all protected by the power of vaccines .

According to data published by the organization, vaccination saves millions of lives each year and is widely recognized around the world as one of the most cost-effective and successful health interventions.

However, according to the WHO, nearly 20 million children worldwide are not immunized or only partially immunized.

As a result, targets for the eradication of diseases such as rubella, measles and maternal and neonatal tetanus are delayed and epidemics continue.

The organization calls on countries to redouble their efforts to ensure that all citizens have access to the vital benefits of vaccines.

By 2019, the WHO seeks to demonstrate the utility of vaccines for the health of children, communities and the world, and how routine immunization forms the foundation of strong and resilient health systems. and universal health coverage.

It will also promote the need for continued progress in immunization while filling gaps, including increased investment.

It ensures that scaling up access to immunization is essential to achieve sustainable development goals, poverty reduction and universal health coverage.

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