The news comes in the context of the most serious outbreak in the history of Argentina, with 556,820 infections and 404 deaths. Who will receive the dose?
The Argentina faces the most serious dengue outbreak in its history, with 556,820 infections and 404 deaths. To combat the upcoming 2024-2025 season, the Government of the province of Buenos Aires announced the acquisition of 500,000 doses of the Qdenga dengue vaccinerecommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) for its safety and effectiveness.
The Minister of Health of Buenos Aires, Nicholas Kreplak, reported that vaccination will begin in October. The vaccine, produced by the laboratory Takedademonstrated a 80% efficacy in reducing infections and 90% in severe cases. It is indicated for people of 15 to 59 years, with two doses administered: one initial and another three months later. The only contraindications are for pregnant, lactating or immunosuppressed people.
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The vaccination strategy will prioritize adolescents and adults aged 15 to 59 years who have had dengue during the 2023-2024 season and reside in the Metropolitan Area of Buenos Aires (AMBA). This group, estimated at 80,000 people will receive the vaccine free of charge. In addition, registration will be enabled through My Digital Health for those who do not receive a direct call.
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For the rest of the population, Buenos Aires pharmacies will offer the vaccine with a 30% offreducing the cost to $62,000, while the application will be free. From October, those interested will be able to consult the website of the IOMA participating pharmacies and access the vaccine without an appointment.
The Minister Kreplak He stressed that the vaccination campaign seeks to reduce mortality and serious cases, and will be coordinated with the National Immunization Commission and provincial experts for its effective implementation.
Source: Ambito
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