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Argentina Expands Vaccination Efforts During World Immunization Week

With vaccination rates still below recommended levels, Argentina intensifies campaigns targeting vulnerable populations and life-course immunization gaps.

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Overview

  • The 2025 influenza vaccination campaign has been launched in multiple provinces, including Santiago del Estero and Garza, with a focus on vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, children, and the elderly.
  • Over 800 individuals received flu shots during the 'Noche de las Vacunas' event in San Francisco, showcasing strong community engagement in vaccination efforts.
  • Schools are requiring up-to-date vaccination records for enrollment, driving increased demand for childhood immunizations across the country.
  • Experts emphasize the importance of life-course immunization, highlighting declining vaccination rates among young adults and risks of disease resurgence due to coverage gaps.
  • The campaigns align with the 23rd Vaccination Week of the Americas and the 14th World Immunization Week, emphasizing collective immunity and preventing preventable diseases.