2023-07-19 08:12:35
India records 93% DPT3 coverage
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Third dose of DPT vaccine is used globally to assess vaccination rates.
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DPT : Diphtheria, Pertussis and Tetanus vaccines are
vaccine-preventable bacterial diseases.
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Diphtheria can cause a thick covering in the back of the throat. It can lead to breathing problems, heart failure, and even death.
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Pertussis (also known as
whooping cough) is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection. Whooping cough can become more serious, particularly in infants.
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Tetanus (also known as
lockjaw) is a serious disease that causes painful tightening of the muscles, usually all over the body.
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India reported a
drop in the number of pertussis & tetanus cases.
● The Centre’s
Mission Indradhanush scheme provides vaccination against 12 Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (VPD).
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Achievements: The Full Immunisation Coverage among children aged
12-23 months of age has increased from 62% (NFHS-4) to 76.4%(NFHS-5).
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