Immunization Campaign Kicks Off in Kazakhstan During European Immunization Week 2025

Immunization Campaign Kicks Off in Kazakhstan During European Immunization Week 2025

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📍ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN 🇽🇰

Kick off the European Immunization Week (EIW)! Running from April 27 to May 3, Kazakhstan's campaign promotes the theme: Achieving Vaccination for All is Absolutely Possible, as announced by the Kazakh Health Ministry.

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Here's why vaccination matters: Polio hasn't surfaced here since 1996, and diphtheria's been a no-show since 2009. Case counts for mumps, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and rubella have experienced significant drops—over tenfold for mumps, a whopping 32 times for hepatitis A, more than 92 times for hepatitis B, and an over-2000-fold decrease for rubella!

Thanks to our national immunization program, we're shielded from no less than 21 contagions.

But there's a snag: 75% of measles cases and 87% of whooping cough instances are occurring among kids who skipped routine jabs.

Good news for teenage girls! The HPV vaccination program, which began in 2024, is now in motion. Over 133,169 girls have already received their first dose, while 21,194 have completed their two-dose series.

Why should we celebrate EIW every year across the WHO European Region? Simply put, it's to stress the importance of maintaining high vaccination coverage in every neighborhood, thus preventing outbreaks and setting a healthy foundation for future generations.

🔍 INSIGHTS 🔍Due to global efforts, Kazakhstan has made major strides in immunization, lowering disease rates significantly. However, there are challenges to overcome, such as increasing vaccine hesitancy and improving vaccine coverage in remote areas. To combat these challenges, Kazakhstan collaborates with the WHO and other organizations to ensure equitable healthcare access, employing strategies similar to international programs. Current priority areas include HPV and malaria vaccines, emphasizing the need for enhanced cold chain management and healthcare worker training.

👉 Note: The topic of childhood cancer survival rates is interesting, but it’s not directly linked to the main focus of vaccination programs. As this article is about EIW, it’s best to omit it to maintain clarity and flow.

👉 References[1] European Programme of Work 2020–2025[2] WHO – Childhood Cancer Survival[3] PATH – Immunization Best Practices[4] WHO – Strengthening Immunization Systems[5] WHO – Major Immunization Initiatives

1. The European Immunization Week (EIW) commenced in Astana, Kazakhstan, advocating for vaccination under thetheme: 'Achieving Vaccination for All is Absolutely Possible'.
2. The absence of polio and diphtheria in Kazakhstan since 1996 and 2009, respectively, is testament to the effectiveness of vaccination.
3. The decrease in case counts for mumps, hepatitis A, B, and rubella demonstrates the importance of immunization.
4. Vaccinations shield individuals from at least 21 contagions, thanks to Kazakhstan's national immunization program.
5. Unfortunately, 75% of measles cases and 87% of whooping cough instances are occurring among children who have skipped routine vaccinations.
6. An encouraging development for teenage girls is the ongoing HPV vaccination program, which started in 2024.
7. As of now, over 133,169 girls have received their first dose of the HPV vaccine, with 21,194 having completed their series.
8. Annually celebrating EIW across the WHO European Region aims to maintain high vaccination coverage and prevent outbreaks.
9. Kazakhstan collaborates with organizations like the WHO to combat challenges such as increasing vaccine hesitancy and improving vaccine coverage in remote areas.
10. Priority areas in Kazakhstan's immunization program include HPV and malaria vaccines, emphasizing the need for enhanced cold chain management and healthcare worker training.
11. While Kazakhstan has made significant strides in immunization, issues like mental health, skin conditions, digestive health, eye health, hearing, fitness and exercise, cardiovascular health, personal growth, career development, job search, and skills training are equally important for overall health and wellness.
12. To ensure a healthy future for all generations, it is crucial to address chronic diseases such as cancer, respiratory conditions, autoimmune disorders, and therapies and treatments for these medical conditions.
13. Proper nutrition plays a vital role in maintaining cardiovascular health, as well as eye, hearing, and skin health, and has a significant impact on one's career development and personal growth.

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