The Campaign for “Catch-Up” Vaccination Against Diphtheria and Pertussis is Ongoing!

In Ukraine, an active campaign for “catch-up” vaccination against diphtheria and pertussis is underway. Over the past two months, healthcare professionals have administered more than 467,000 vaccinations, protecting those who missed mandatory immunizations for various reasons.

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In August and September, the following vaccinations were completed:

• 65,985 children under the age of 6;
• 71,338 children aged 7 to 17;
• 322,582 adults.

In some regions, such as Rivne, Ternopil, and Volyn, the highest number of vaccinations has been carried out, while the volumes in Lviv, Chernivtsi, and Zakarpattia regions are lower.

To ensure convenience, mobile vaccination teams are operating in all corners of the country, even in remote communities, helping to catch up on missed vaccinations, including for adults.

Vaccination is free. Please contact your family doctor to schedule your vaccination. Remember, revaccination for adults over 26 years old is mandatory every 10 years.

The immunization campaign against diphtheria and tetanus will continue until the end of the year, so don’t miss the opportunity to protect yourself and your loved ones. For information on where to catch up on vaccinations in your city, check the pages of regional Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.