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Concern over declining immunisation rates

March 15, 2024

Minister of Health and Wellness Dr. the Most Honourable Jerome Walcott has sounded the alarm on the declining rates of immunisation, especially among children.

He says with outbreaks across the globe and upcoming international events on island, this worrying trend is a top priority for the Health Ministry.

Meanwhile, Acting Chief Nursing Officer Annastacia Jordan says the Ministry has started a public campaign to address the issue of vaccine hesitancy.

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