Dengue Vaccine details
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides comprehensive resources on the dengue vaccine, including fact sheets and office posters for healthcare providers. Here are some key points:
- Vaccine Eligibility:
– The dengue vaccine is approved for use in individuals aged 9 through 16 years who live in dengue-endemic areas and have laboratory confirmation of previous dengue infection.
- Resources for Healthcare Providers:
– The CDC offers downloadable resources such as fact sheets and office posters in PDF format. These materials are designed to be printed and posted in healthcare offices to inform patients about the dengue vaccine.
– URL: CDC Dengue Vaccine Resources
- Dengvaxia Fact Sheet:
– Dengvaxia is a live vaccine approved for use in people aged 9 through 16 years. It is specifically for those living in dengue-endemic areas who have had a previous dengue infection.
- URL: Health Units, except for the Jativivo Unit. The central vaccine room in the center is also an option.
- Eligibility:
– The vaccine is available for children and adolescents aged 10 to 14 years, with an extension to those aged 15 and 16 years.
- Coverage and Inventory:
– Currently,the dengue vaccination coverage in the city is 54% for the first dose and 27% for the second dose.
– The city has sufficient vaccine inventory to complete the vaccination scheme for those who have already received the first dose.
- Requirements for Vaccination:
– To receive the vaccine, individuals need to present a document, vaccination card, national health card, and documents of the child or adolescent.
- Contact Information:
– For more details, individuals can contact the health surveillance manager of the Joinville health Secretariat, Aline Berkenbrack.
Additional information
- Dengue Endemic areas:
- Dengue is endemic in the U.S. territories of American Samoa, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
For more information, refer to the provided URLs and contact local healthcare providers or the Joinville Health Secretariat.
