BY INDY MAEALASIA
Parents have been urged to ensure their children are up to date with routine vaccinations, as measles and polio cases continue to be reported in the Pacific region.
The call was made by Health Minister Dr Paul Bosawai during the official launch of the ‘Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine big catch-up’ campaign on Wednesday.
“I would like to remind everyone that the threat of vaccine-preventable diseases continues, and currently, measles and polio cases are still being detected in our region,” he said.
To address this, nurses engaging in the HPV catch-up outreach will also be administering routine vaccines.
“Our nurses will be bringing other routine vaccines with them, including the vaccines against measles and polio,” the minister added.
Bosawai calls on mothers and caregivers to prioritize getting their children vaccinated.
“Please check the baby books of your children and those around your homes. I know that sometimes, due to economic pressures, mothers may forget their baby books. But I have seen baby books stained and neglected, please take care of them. They are not just records; they represent your child’s future and the future of this country,” he said.
Bosawai encourages parents to take their children to receive any missed vaccines, either through the outreach program or by visiting the nearest clinic on the next Child Welfare Day.
“If your child has missed a scheduled vaccination, present them to the nurses during outreach, or take them to the clinic,” he said.
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