Study backs hexavalent vaccine for Universal Immunisation Programme

A study by the Union Health Ministry and partner organisations says introducing the hexavalent vaccine under the Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP) could strengthen India’s immunisation drive. A single hexavalent shot protects against six diseases at once, reducing the number of injections a child needs, easing pressure on health workers and improving programme efficiency and coverage.

Nabka Insight

A possible change to the Universal Immunisation Programme’s vaccine schedule is a health-policy question.

Key facts

Study conducted by the Union Health Ministry and partners.
Proposes the hexavalent vaccine under the Universal Immunisation Programme.
Would cut the number of injections and improve programme efficiency.

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