Vaccines and immunization
Vaccination is one of the most cost-effective health interventions available, saving millions of people from illness, disability and death each year. Effective and safe vaccines, which protect against a number of serious diseases, are available and many promising new vaccines are being developed.
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European Immunization Week celebrates the everyday heroes who help protect us all from dangerous diseases
The widespread use of vaccines has drastically reduced the threat of once-common diseases such as diphtheria, whooping cough and measles in the WHO European Region. Contributing to this success story are countless individuals – from scientists to parents, from nurses to bloggers – who each play a part in helping to immunize Europe.
News
- Photo story – Creativity and commitment on display during European Immunization Week 2019
- Over 100 000 people sick with measles in 14 months: with measles cases at an alarming level in the European Region, WHO scales up response
- EIW 2019 statement by Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Mary of Denmark – We can all be vaccine heroes
European Immunization Week
Each year in April, EIW promotes the core message that the immunization of every child is vital to prevent diseases and protect life. The goal of the region-wide campaign is to increase vaccination coverage by raising awareness of the importance of immunization. The next EIW will take place 24-30 April 2019.
This year's campaign
Vaccination and trust library
Background and support documents on how vaccine safety concerns arise and the role of communication in mitigating crises in confidence
Latest meeting reports
- RVC
Regional Verification Commission for Measles and Rubella Elimination
- RCC
Regional Certification Commission for Poliomyelitis Eradication
- ETAGE
European Technical Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization
- Measles and rubella laboratories
- Polio laboratories
Data reports
- WHO EpiData
Monthly surveillance data by country
- WHO EpiBrief
Overview and analysis of epidemiological data
Data systems
- CISID
WHO/Europe infectious disease data set, compiled from reports submitted by Member States
- Polio laboratory data management system
Information and resources for the Regional Polio Lab Network
- Measles and rubella laboratory data management system
Information and resources for the Regional Measles and Rubella Lab Network
Tailoring immunization programmes (TIP)
Tools and methodologies to tailor services to the special needs of underserved groups
TIP publications, projects and newsWHO_Europe_VPI twitter feed
