Measles and Rubella Vaccination: Supplementary immunization activities in Loikaw

The state-level awareness-raising meeting and launch ceremony for the supplementary measles and rubella immunization activitie was held Tuesday afternoon at the Loikaw Township Hall, with State Chief Minister U Annt Maw attending and delivering the opening address.

First, the State Chief Minister said that, according to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), measles and rubella outbreaks remained a matter of concern worldwide. In Myanmar, the first and second doses of measles and rubella vaccines were administered in 2025, while the supplementary immunization activity for 2026 had been underway since October. He urged all responsible officials to cooperate and participate in the campaign to ensure that every child in the eligible age group across the state received the supplementary measles and rubella vaccination.

Next, Dr. Si Thu, Head of the State Public Health Department, explained the objectives of the supplementary measles and rubella immunization campaign. A commemorative video clip featuring the song entitled "Let's Get Vaccinated against Measles and Rubella" was also screened.

Afterwards, the State Chief Minister and officials observed health workers administering measles and rubella vaccines to children and presented supplementary nutritious food to them, it is reported.