North Korea launches UNICEF-supported vaccination campaign for 800,000 kids & 120,000 pregnant women amid falling immunization rates.

North Korea has launched a vaccination campaign supported by UNICEF, aiming to inoculate over 800,000 children and 120,000 pregnant women against diseases like diphtheria and measles. The initiative addresses a drastic drop in immunization rates, which fell from over 96% to below 42% during the COVID-19 pandemic. With 4 million vaccine doses delivered, the campaign seeks to restore essential health protections for vulnerable populations.

September 03, 2024
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