Measles: Countrywide vaccination campaign launched
Measles affect children under the age of 1and can also occur in older children as well as adults who have not been vaccinated or have not previously had the disease
The Department of Health will be conducting a nationwide Measles vaccination campaign for children between the age of 6 months and 15 years, irrespective of current or previous doses received.
The campaign date is from 6 tot 17 February.
Vitamin A and deworming will also be given to children who previously missed doses, or are due now.
As from Monday 20 February till 31 March 2023, vaccination will be done at creches, primary schools and secondary and will run concurrently with the HPV campaign.
Please send your child’s Road-to-Health booklet to the school on the campaign dates. However, if you do not have a booklet, the services will still be provided.
Parents who have enquiries about the campaign are welcome to contact Sister Makgoe at the Parys Clinic on 066 443 7721.
What you should know about measles:
Remember always make sure your child’s vaccination is up to date.
