MR vaccination target could not be met

Of the identified 1.76 crore, only 76 lakh children were administered Measles and Rubella vaccination in Tamil Nadu, a top Health Department official said today.
Despite positive campaign to create awareness about the necessity for the vaccine to the children in the age group of nine months to 15 years, the rumours spread by some vested interests affected the drive, Director of Vaccination, Health Department, ThamaraiSelvi told reporters here.
As a result about 76 lakh children were administered the vaccine, she said.
Considering the necessity, the government has extended the period for another fortnight till March 14, Thamarai Selvi said, adding that there was no no side effects for the vaccine, which was totally safe.

She appealed to the parents to come forward and vaccinate their children, as the vaccine is available at all Primary Health Centres, Government Hospitals and also private hospitals across the State, she said.