Everybody is talking about Measles – but what does the virus actually do in the body? Is it really so harmful that you need a vaccination? We go deep into the body of an infected person and see what Measles does and how the immune system reacts to it!

ealth Ministry launched single vaccine for dual protection against measles and rubella as part of Universal Immunization Programme

The next epidemic could start anywhere, reach anyone, and wipe out millions. But together we can #OutsmartEpidemics. Please like, comment and share this video to help spread the word

In rural Rajasthan, a simple necklace - which contains a child's vaccination records in a computer chip - is helping boost the numbers protected.

From firefighter to scientist, pilot to doctor, these children have big dreams. But without vaccines, those dreams will be out of reach. Today, vaccines are protecting more children than ever before. But 1.5 million more could be saved each year if we close the gap by reaching the most disadvantaged children.

George Washington students interview LMI’s Roger Miller & Shanta Whitaker regarding their recent publication in Health Affairs, "Reorganizing Nigeria’s Vaccine Supply Chain Reduces Need For Additional Storage Facilities, But More Storage Is Required.”

The eradication of polio has served as a model for many efforts to contain and eliminate other diseases, Mike McGovern, chair of Rotary International’s PolioPlus Committee, tells Devex Impact associate editor Adva Saldinger in this video interview.

As the first developing country to introduce the pneumococcal vaccine in April 2009, Rwanda made a major milestone for disease prevention in the developing world.

Diarrhoea is among the top 10 causes of illnesses in children in Uganda. An infection known as Rotavirus accounts for almost 40% of diarrheal cases.

Health experts estimate that over 10,000 children below 5 years die each year due to rotavirus diarrhoea.

In Health Focus, NTV’S Walter Mwesigye looks at the efforts that the government has made in fighting the virus.

One in five children in Africa is missing out on life-saving vaccines. That's according to a report on Wednesday by the World Health Organisation. Its release comes amid confirmation this week that dozens of children in Lagos have died - from measles. Officials have been gathering today in Addis, to discuss strategies for universal immunization. CCTV's Girum Chala has the story.

Getting vaccinated against rubella before getting pregnant will protect unborn babies from Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS), which can cause serious birth defects, including blindness, deafness and heart defects. www.paho.org

How do vaccines prevent disease — even among people too young to get vaccinated? It's a concept called "herd immunity," and it relies on a critical mass of people getting their shots to break the chain of infection. Health researcher Romina Libster shows how herd immunity contained a deadly outbreak of H1N1 in her hometown. (In Spanish with subtitles.)

Anytime a child is paralysed by polio in any country, the World Health Organization moves fast to stop the virus. From gathering information to coordinating vaccination campaigns to delivering two drops of polio vaccine into the mouth of every child, the outbreak response protects children against this paralysing disease. Find out more at www.polioeradication.org.

On a visit to India, Dr. Orin Levine of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation saw the impact of eVIN, an important tool to modernize and strengthen India’s vaccine logistics systems. eVIN is an electronic, real-time monitoring system that helps healthcare officials ensure adequate supply of vaccines to every child in need, being rolled out in 12 states in the country.

It takes a long boat journey up the Mekong River to reach some of Lao PDR’s most isolated children. Learn more: http://www.gavi.org/?utm_source=youtu...

Some children live in places that are harder to reach with polio vaccines than others. In every vulnerable country, the World Health Organization helps make sure that every child receives polio vaccines; even those who are on the move, living in conflict zones or in remote communities. Find out more at www.polioeradication.org.

Action plans prioritize the corrective actions you must take to improve coverage and can help you turn corrective strategies into feasible activities. Learn how to help your facility overcome problems and reach its coverage goals. This EPI training video provides knowledge and skills based on WHO guidance (for example, Mid-Level Manager and Immunization in Practice modules) to support routine immunization in the field. Find more at www.immunizationacademy.com.