{"id":16017,"date":"2025-04-26T01:03:09","date_gmt":"2025-04-26T01:03:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/current-affairs\/?p=16017"},"modified":"2025-04-26T01:04:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-26T01:04:45","slug":"mr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/current-affairs\/mr\/","title":{"rendered":"MR"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>National Zero Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign 2025-26 Launched:<\/strong> Aims for 100% immunization coverage with two M-R vaccine doses for all eligible children. This is crucial because measles and rubella are highly infectious and can cause serious complications and death, especially in vulnerable populations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Eliminate Measles and Rubella in India by 2026. This is significant due to the diseases&#8217; high infection rate and potential for severe lifelong complications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Progress:<\/strong> 332 districts reported zero measles cases and 487 districts reported zero rubella cases (January-March 2025). Demonstrates advancement towards M-R elimination.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>&#8220;ACT NOW&#8221; Policy:<\/strong> Focuses on eliminating M-R similar to the success achieved with Polio and Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus. The policy aims to accelerate efforts and ensure no child is left behind in the vaccination drive.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Current Vaccination Coverage:<\/strong> India&#8217;s MR vaccination coverage is at 93.7% (first dose) and 92.2% (second dose) (2024-25 HMIS data). High coverage is vital for achieving herd immunity and preventing outbreaks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>IEC Materials Released:<\/strong> Multi-language materials (posters, radio jingles, film) to raise awareness and promote community participation. These materials are intended to address vaccine hesitancy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Call for Jan Bhagidari:<\/strong> Encourages inclusive participation of community leaders to spread awareness. Public support can significantly improve vaccination rates.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Universal Immunization Programme (UIP):<\/strong> Provides free M-R vaccines to children at 9-12 months and 16-24 months. UIP acts as a large program for vaccines across India for children and pregnant women.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Measles and Rubella Champion Award:<\/strong> India received international recognition for its efforts in preventing Measles and Rubella. The award recognizes India&#8217;s exceptional efforts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Decline in Cases:<\/strong> India has seen a 73% decline in Measles cases and a 17% reduction in Rubella cases in 2024 compared to 2023. Demonstrates the effectiveness of current strategies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>National Zero Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign 2025-26 Launched: Aims for 100% immunization coverage with two M-R vaccine doses for all eligible children. This is crucial because measles and rubella are highly infectious and can cause serious complications and death, especially in vulnerable populations. Goal: Eliminate Measles and Rubella in India by 2026. 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