44 reactions | Congratulations to Pakistan for becoming the first country to introduce this life-saving typhoid vaccine into its immunisation programme! The launch of this Gavi-supported immunisation campaign is an important milestone in the fight against a drug-resistant typhoid outbreak in Pakistan. A new TCV vaccine, that can be given to children as young as 6 months old, will protect millions of children. | Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance | Facebook

Typhoid Vaccine being administered during the Typhoid Vaccination Campaign is SAFE for your child. Hear from Dr. Fyezah Jehan, Section Head and Consultant, Paediatric Infectious Disease, about the precautionary measures when getting vaccinated. You can get it from nearby EPI center or by visiting AKUH Vaccination Services or if offered by the school. For more information about the Typhoid Vaccine contact our Drug and Poison Information Center: 021 3486 1504. | Aga Khan University Hospital Pakist