Category
Immunisation
Tackling Tuberculosis on World TB Day
Every year on the 24th March, we mark World TB Day to raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB) and the ongoing efforts to combat this preventable and treatable disease. While often overshadowed by other health concerns, TB remains a significant global health threat,...
Building Trust and Immunity: Why we need to be Champions of Vaccine Advocacy
Vaccination is one of the most effective tools available in the fight against preventable diseases and is one of the most significant advancements in public health measures of our time, effectively preventing numerous infectious diseases and saving millions of lives....
Measles threat: a call to action
Measles is an extremely contagious viral disease than can lead to serious complications and in some cases death. It is especially dangerous in infants and children under five, pregnant women and those who are immunocompromised. Measles, once on the brink of...
Recommendations for a universal varicella vaccine programme in the UK
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has proposed the implementation of a universal chickenpox (varicella) vaccination programme within the routine childhood schedule in the UK. They have suggested using a two-dose schedule, using the combined...