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 more than 20 serious diseases, are available and many promising new vaccines are being developed.
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Slovakia raises awareness about vaccination
A new publication on vaccination in Slovakia and the European Union was launched at the start of the Slovak Presidency of the Council of the European Union this month to educate experts, health workers and the general public on the importance of vaccination in preventing serious diseases.
News
- Day 4 highlights: countries commit to strengthening the use of evidence and research in policy-making
- Declining trend in measles and rubella – good news and a reminder to continue efforts to achieve regional elimination
- WHO mission assesses response to viral hepatitis in Kyrgyzstan
Events
- Biorisk management training
- 16th meeting of the European Technical Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization
Multimedia
European Vaccine Action Plan 2015–2020European 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. EIW 2016 was celebrated 24-30 April.
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Tools for immunization programme managers and other stakeholders to advocate for prioritization of immunization in political agendas and public health budgets
Full libraryPublications
Immunization Highlights 2015
Overview of support provided to Member States in pursuing the goals and objectives of the European Vaccine Action Plan 2015-2020 (EVAP)
More publications and meeting reportsLatest 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
Key data resources
- CISID
WHO/Europe infectious disease data set, compiled from reports submitted by Member States
- WHO EpiBrief and EpiData
Summary and analysis of data on selected vaccine-preventable diseases
- 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
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Immunize Europe Forum
WHO/Europe is proud to announce the launch of a new online resource for the immunization community
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