Apr 2, 2026 · Immunization is a global health success story, saving millions of lives every year. Vaccines reduce risks of getting a disease by working with your body’s natural defenses to build protection. …

Oct 22, 2025 · Vaccination is a simple, safe, and effective way of protecting you against harmful diseases, before you come into contact with them. It uses your body’s natural defenses to build …

This year’s World Immunization Week theme, “For every generation, vaccines work”, aims to promote how vaccines have safely protected people, families, and communities for generations – and …

Dec 5, 2019 · Immunization currently prevents 4-5 million deaths every year Immunization prevents deaths every year in all age groups from diseases like diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping …

World Immunization Week, celebrated in the last week of April, aims to highlight the collective action needed and to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease.

Sep 30, 2022 · Vaccines are available to prevent more than 20 life-threatening diseases, helping people live longer, healthier lives. They reduce risks of getting a disease by working with your body’s natural …

Immunization protects against infectious diseases by stimulating the immune system with vaccines, saving millions of lives annually but many children lack access.

Jul 15, 2025 · Fact sheet from WHO on immunization coverage: provides key facts and information about recommended vaccines, key challenges and WHO response.

Immunization is the foundation of the primary health care system and an indisputable human right. It’s also one of the best health investments money can buy. Yet despite tremendous progress, far too …

Immunization prevents deaths every year in all age groups from diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), and measles. It is one of the most successful and cost-effective public health interventions. …