… ..urge medical practitioners to remain firm in saving lives, pledges to refurbish the Health Care Center
By Nkechi Ojukwu
The Executive Chairman of Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA, Hon. Ambrose Chinedum Nwachukwu, has launched an Immunization Vaccine Routine Program aimed at enhancing the health status of children and preventing influenza diseases. This program, which kicked off on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Onicha Autonomous Community Health Center, targets children between 0-59 months and breastfeeding mothers .
The program’s goal is to provide essential immunizations to vulnerable populations, aligning with global efforts to increase vaccination coverage. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), immunization is a proven tool for controlling and eliminating diseases, and is considered one of the most cost-effective public health interventions .
Hon. Nwachukwu urged medical practitioners to remain committed to saving lives and pledged his support to refurbish the health center. The staff and medical practitioners expressed gratitude for his commitment to the program, recognizing the importance of healthcare provisions for children and mothers in the area.
This initiative is part of a broader effort to strengthen immunization programs and increase vaccine coverage. The WHO recommends routine immunizations for all age groups, including children, adolescents, and adults, to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases .
The program’s goal is to strengthen immunization programs and increase vaccine coverage, which is a crucial aspect of preventing vaccine-preventable diseases. Hon. Nwachukwu’s commitment to refurbishing the health center and urging medical practitioners to remain committed to saving lives demonstrates his dedication to improving healthcare in the area.
The Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA Boss, ” it’s worth noting that Governor Hope Uzodinma’s administration has made basic healthcare programs a priority, recognizing the importance of immunization vaccines for all age levels, as recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), i really appreciate the governor for the kind gesture”.