Single shot vaccine could revolutionize India’s childhood immunization: Study
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Why in news
A collaborative study suggests that a hexavalent vaccine could streamline India's Universal Immunisation Programme by replacing multiple shots with a single injection.
Background
The study was conducted by the Union Health Ministry, George Institute for Global Health India, Gates Foundation, Gavi, and John Snow India Private Limited. The hexavalent vaccine protects against six diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, Hepatitis B, Hib, and polio.
Facts for Prelims
- S&THexavalent vaccine: A single vaccine providing protection against six different pathogens.
- FactDiseases covered: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, Hib, and Polio.
- BodyGavi: The Vaccine Alliance, a public-private partnership to increase access to immunization.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the introduction of multi-valent vaccines can improve the efficiency of India's Universal Immunisation Programme and address logistical challenges in rural healthcare.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical efficiency
- Reduction in health worker workload
- Impact on vaccine hesitancy
- Cost-benefit analysis
Keywords: Universal Immunisation Programme · Public Health Infrastructure · Logistical Efficiency · Preventive Healthcare
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