World Immunisation Week, celebrated in the last week of April, aims to highlight the collective action needed and to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease.

Through its convening power, WHO works with countries across the globe to raise awareness of the value of vaccines and immunisation and ensures that governments obtain the necessary guidance and technical support to implement high quality immunisation programmes.

The ultimate goal of World Immunisation Week is for more people – and their communities – to be protected from vaccine-preventable diseases.

How To Observe World Immunisation Week

• Read up on the history of vaccinationGo to your local library or use the internet to learn about different diseases that have plagued humankind throughout the years. Also, research how those people dealt with the pandemics.
• Strengthen your immune systemThose who have a weak immune system are more vulnerable to getting viruses. Besides getting vaccinated, working on strengthening your immunity is another way of preventing life-threatening diseases.
• Collect funds for vaccination campsPartner with different charitable organisations that provide vaccination to children across the globe to prevent diseases such as chickenpox and measles. Funds are needed in the research and development of vaccines where you can support efforts by providing financial assistance.