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Brazil Opens October Multivaccination Drive for Children and Teens

Local health services expand access to routine shots, with a national Day D on October 18 to lift coverage.

Overview

  • The campaign runs October 6–31 for those under 15, offering the full PNI schedule at primary care units, schools, and community posts.
  • In Rio de Janeiro, all 239 primary care units are vaccinating, and city supercenters operate from 8:00 to 22:00 daily, including weekends and holidays.
  • Rio’s health secretary estimates about 300,000 children in the city need to update records, noting especially low uptake of the HPV vaccine.
  • Campinas is adding an HPV catch-up for ages 15–19 launched in August, aiming to reach nearly 30,000 who missed doses, with posts in health centers and schools.
  • Parents and guardians are advised to bring a vaccination card and photo ID, and minors must attend with a responsible adult or present written authorization.