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Communicating with communities for World Immunisation Week 2021

OUCRU Public Engagement

World Immunization Week highlights the role vaccinations play in improving the health of communities. As the COVID pandemic continues to impact countries worldwide, governments are facing challenges related to coverage, equity and sustainability of routine immunisation alongside access and the particular maintenance requirements related to the SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. Communication with communities has been key to ensure continued engagement with the vaccine programs despite the challenges of current contexts.

Photo of a healthcare worker in Vietnam, with the text: "The vaccine is safe and effective. I am vaccinated for my health and safety. I am vaccinated"

The full story is available on the OUCRU website

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