NOA, NPHCDA, C-WINS Sound Alarm on Measles Threat in Akwa Ibom
The National Orientation Agency (NOA), National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), and C-WINS have highlighted the growing public health risk posed by measles and rubella in Akwa Ibom. They emphasized the importance of the measles-rubella vaccination campaign to combat these diseases, especially among children and pregnant women.
Mr. Mkpoutom Mkpoutom and Mr. Mari Isonguyo Akpabio stressed the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine, urging community leaders and health workers to promote awareness and acceptance. Chief Jackson pledged to mobilize traditional rulers for compliance with vaccination efforts.
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