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Influenza Health Worker Vaccination Programmes: Platforms for Pandemic Preparedness
WEBWIRE – Saturday, March 30, 2024 WHO recommends that HWs be vaccinated against a number of antigens([i]). Globally, countries have most frequently reported vaccinating HWs against hepatitis B, seasonal influenza and measles([ii]). In particular, the COVID-19 pandemic has drawn global attention to the importance of vaccinating health and workers (HWs). Countries are expressing interest in building from their experiences deploying COVID-19 vaccination to develop or strengthen national HW vaccination programmes.[/i] WHO headquarters, regional, and country offices have worked closely with ministries of health to document examples from Argentina, Mongolia, Oman, Paraguay and Thailand. These vignettes provide illuminating snapshots of national ... Read more