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Medics to persuade parents for vaccination
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Senior doctors will visit selected schools on Friday to engage with parents and address their concerns about the fractional Inactivated Polio Vaccine (fIPV) being administered to children aged four months to 15 years in 122 union councils of Lahore is a booster dose aimed at strengthening immunity in response to the continued circulation of the virus.
Speaking to the media, District Health Authority Chief Executive Officer Dr Asif Khan highlighted that the polio vaccine is already part of the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI).
He explained that the additional fractional dose is being provided as part of ongoing efforts to reinforce immunity levels among children in high-risk areas.
He stressed the need to ensure that parents receive accurate guidance about the safety and importance of vaccination.
Dr Asif said there are over 4,500 schools located across the targeted union councils and acknowledged potential challenges in reaching every school.
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