The Bukwo District administration, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, has launched a large-scale Yellow Fever vaccination campaign aimed at protecting residents from the deadly mosquito-borne disease.
The seven-day exercise, which began on Thursday , targets approximately 86,000 people across the district.
Bukwo Resident District Commissioner (RDC),Modesta Bessy Ajilong , officially flagged off the vaccination drive, urging full community participation.
The event was attended by district health officials,CAO ,LCV,security personnel, education representatives, and medical teams who will oversee the vaccination process.
Health authorities emphasized that the vaccine is safe and effective, having been approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Uganda’s Ministry of Health
Mobile vaccination teams will be stationed at health centers, schools, and other designated points across the district to ensure easy access for all residents.
The district Health Educator mr. Langat Benson says the campaign will run until Wednesday, April 16, with health workers prepared to administer vaccines to all eligible individuals aged 1 year and above.
Health officials have advised residents to carry identification where possible and to report any side effects to medical personnel immediately.
The district leadership has pledged full support to ensure the success of the vaccination exercise, which aligns with Uganda’s broader public health strategy to eliminate vaccine-preventable diseases.
