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Brazil Launches Monthlong Childhood Vaccination Drive, Expands HPV Shots to Ages 15–19

Officials aim to close immunization gaps by pairing added supply with digital reminders.

Overview

  • The nationwide multivaccination campaign runs October 6–31 with all routine 2025 calendar vaccines available for children and adolescents under 15.
  • The Health Ministry distributed more than 6.8 million additional doses and transferred R$150 million to local managers to support on-the-ground actions.
  • HPV vaccination now includes adolescents and young people aged 15 to 19, and some municipalities begin school-based clinics this week.
  • A national Dia D is scheduled for October 18, when health posts will operate with special hours to increase access.
  • Authorities are reinforcing measles protection with doses for people 12 months to 59 years, while cities such as Rio open 239 units and estimate about 300,000 children need updates.