Katsina and UNICEF boost vaccination for women and newborns
The Katsina State Primary Health Care system, with support from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), is intensifying efforts to protect women and newborns from tetanus. The initiative includes a focused round of Tetanus-Diphtheria vaccination targeting girls and women aged 15 years and above in Kaita Local Government Area. Health officials report improved acceptance of the vaccine due to its integration with routine immunisation. Beneficiaries have expressed satisfaction, highlighting the importance of education and accessibility.
What we know
- The vaccination drive targets women and girls aged 15 years and above in Kaita Local Government Area.
- UNICEF is supporting the Katsina State Primary Health Care system in this initiative.
- Health workers integrate the Tetanus-Diphtheria vaccine with routine immunisation to reach more women efficiently.
- Education efforts are dispelling misconceptions that the vaccine is only for married or pregnant women.
- Beneficiaries and health officials report increased acceptance and coverage, aiming to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus in the state.
