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International News: Uganda to Receive 3 Million Malaria Vaccine Doses to Launch Immunization Program

  

August 21, 2024     Share on   facebook   Twitter

Uganda is set to kickstart its national immunization campaign against malaria with the arrival of 3 million vaccine doses. This landmark initiative aims to protect the country's most vulnerable, particularly young children, from the deadly disease. Dr. Jane Nabakooza, Head of Vaccines at the National Malaria Control Division, highlighted the vaccine's potential to significantly reduce malaria-related deaths. The rollout marks a major step forward in Uganda's fight against malaria.