UNICEF activities in immunization

F. UNICEF activities in immunization

Item 8: UNICEF activities in immunization

2001/9 UNICEF activities in immunization

Vaccination. Inoculation of a substance (vaccine) into the body for the purpose of producing active immunity against a disease.

Regarding poliomyelitis, diphtheria and tetanus, a steady decline (1981-1998) is observed, mainly due to the active immunization programmes.

(b) Guarantee a “second opportunity” for measles vaccination, either through supplementary immunization activities or routine immunization;

The Government provided $50,000 for routine immunization activities.

Delegations expressed widespread support for UNICEF immunization activities.

Routine and supplementary immunization activities are also being implemented.