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Overcoming resistance to immunization in Assam, the ‘land of rivers’
Busting myths and misconceptions about vaccination with Mission Indradhanush
Vaccine hesitancy in migrant clusters of urban slums in Himachal Pradesh
Proactive approach by district administration in Kullu demystifies vaccines in slum colonies
Bridging digital divide in Kerala to access COVID-19 vaccines
Intersectoral convergence helps tribal communities in Malappuram district battle the pandemic
Men in pink: Making Alternate Vaccine Delivery system a success in Madhya Pradesh
The Alternate Vaccine Delivery System (AVD) has been a boon to India’s immunization programme, ensuring the delivery
Using “Tracking Bags” for effective follow-up at Saroa subcenter in Mandi
If micro planning is at the heart of the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP), then managing and implementing it with effective follow-up is the mind and soul of the programme. With an annual birth cohort of 26 million, a large proportion of children remain deprived of full immunization.
Prioritizing urban slums to achieve full immunization coverage: A photo essay
Currently one-third of India’s population is urban and by 2030, an estimated 46% will be living in cities. Over the last 15 years, Full Immunization Coverage in urban areas increased only 18 percentage points compared to 38 in rural areas (Source: NFHS 3, 4 & 5).
