Global Initiative to Expand Vaccination Efforts for Children
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By
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O. Rose Broderick
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April 24, 2026
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Objective:
To address the decline in childhood vaccinations due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Key Findings:
- Over 100 million vaccinations delivered to 36 countries.
- 18.3 million children under 5 vaccinated, with a goal of 21 million.
- 12.3 million of the vaccinated were 'zero dose children' who had received no prior vaccinations.
Interpretation:
The campaign is successfully increasing vaccination coverage among young children, particularly those previously unvaccinated.
Limitations:
- The final tally of vaccinations is still pending.
- Monitoring of vaccination coverage was previously inadequate in many countries.
Conclusion:
The initiative marks a significant step towards improving childhood vaccination rates post-pandemic.
