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Originally published by Kenyanstop
June 6, 2025
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Ministry of Health Issues Crucial Update on Vaccine Shortage
The ministry gave an update on the infant vaccines amid the ongoing shortage in the country...
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The Ministry of Health has announced the arrival of crucial polio and BCG vaccine doses after a nationwide shortage impacted health care facilities.
- 3.2 million doses of polio vaccine and 3.0 million doses of BCG vaccine are set to be distributed by specific dates in June 2025.
- Dr Ouma Oluga, Principal Secretary, State Department for Medical Services, emphasized the ministry's commitment to ensuring equitable access to vaccines.
- The situation was worsened by global vaccine supply bottlenecks, and 12 out of 47 counties have completely run out of stock.
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