India's struggle with immunisation coverage poses significant challenges. Discuss the implications for public health policies in India.
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Category: Governance (GS -II),
Test Date: 20 Jul 2024
Approach:
Introduction: Briefly introduce the topic of immunisation coverage in India.
Mention the recent reports by WHO and Unicef highlighting concerns about immunisation gaps.
Key Findings of the Report:
Discuss India's ranking as second globally in the number of "zero-dose" children in 2023, with 1.6 million children not receiving any vaccines.
Highlight the decline in DPT vaccine coverage from 95% in 2022 to 93% in 2023 and the implications of this decrease.
Explain India's position as the third-highest country globally in terms of children not receiving the measles vaccine, with 1.6 million "measles zero-dose children."
Implications for Public Health Policies:
Discuss the implications of high numbers of zero-dose children for India's public health system.
Evaluate the effectiveness of current immunisation strategies and policies.
Suggest measures to bridge the immunisation gaps and improve coverage, considering lessons from successful initiatives in other countries.
Conclude accordingly
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