Health Minister

From the Ministry of Public Health, through the Expanded Immunization Program (PAI), families are reminded of the importance of boys and girls having their vaccination schedules up to date. Vaccines provide protection against various diseases and help prevent complications and even deaths.

In the country, article 6 of Law No. 4621/2015 “National Vaccination” establishes that all minors must be immunized and that parents, representatives, guardians or those in charge of custody of a minor will be responsible for the fulfillment of this obligation.

Paraguay has one of the best and most complete vaccination schemes in the region, with doses available free of charge to the population in vaccination centers in all health regions, to deal with more than 20 diseases.

The regular EPI vaccination schedule contemplates a series of necessary vaccinations from an early age and which include all age groups and conditions: newborns, children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, the chronically ill, pregnant women and health personnel. .

It is extremely important to control the vaccination book of boys and girls, and keep them updated with the corresponding doses. In the event of loss of your children’s notebook, also go to the vaccination center so that they can be immunized.

Vaccines of the regular scheme, according to age and condition:

– Newborn: BCG vaccine: severe forms of tuberculosis. HEPB vaccine: hepatitis B virus – pediatric.

– 2 months: rotavirus vaccine, Hexavalent vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis whooping cough, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis (inactivated), Haemophilus influenzae B). 13-valent conjugate pneumococcal vaccine: pneumonia, meningitis, otitis.

– 4 months: rotavirus vaccine, Hexavalent vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough pertussis, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis (inactivated), Haemophilus influenzae B). 13-valent conjugate pneumococcal vaccine: pneumonia, meningitis, otitis.

– 6 months: Hexavalent vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, pertussis, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis (inactivated), Haemophilus influenzae B).

– 6 to 35 months: seasonal influenza, annual dose.

– 12 months: 13-valent conjugate pneumococcal vaccine: pneumonia, meningitis, otitis. MMR vaccine: measles, mumps, rubella. AA vaccine: yellow fever.

– 15 months: chickenpox vaccine: serious pictures and complications from chickenpox. Hepatitis A vaccine: serious pictures and complications due to hepatitis A.

– 18 months: Hexavalent vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, pertussis, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis (inactivated), Haemophilus influenzae B). MMR vaccine: measles, mumps, rubella.

– 4 years: IPV vaccine: poliomyelitis. DPT vaccine: diphtheria, pertussis or whooping cough, tetanus.

– 5 years: vaccine against chickenpox.

– Adolescents (9 to 14 years): HPV vaccine: Human papillomavirus (only women). Tdpa vaccine: diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough or whooping cough.

– Adults: Td vaccine: tetanus, diphtheria, SR vaccine: measles, rubella (puerperal women without a history of vaccination, travelers). AA vaccine. yellow fever.

– Older people: 23-valent pneumococcal vaccine: pneumonia, meningitis, otitis. Td vaccine: tetanus, diphtheria. Seasonal influenza vaccine: severe symptoms and complications from influenza.

– Chronic patients: 23-valent pneumococcal vaccine: pneumonia, meningitis, otitis. Td vaccine: tetanus, diphtheria. Seasonal influenza vaccine: severe symptoms and complications from influenza.

– Pregnant women: Tdpa vaccine: whooping cough, tetanus and diphtheria. Seasonal influenza vaccine: severe symptoms and complications from influenza.

– Health personnel: Tdpa vaccine: whooping cough, tetanus and diphtheria. Seasonal influenza vaccine: severe symptoms and complications from influenza and hepatitis B.

2023-09-05 19:04:39
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It is important that everyone receives the corresponding vaccines at the indicated times, following the schedule of the Expanded Program on Immunizations (PAI). This year the hexavalent was incorporated into the scheme, which provides protection against six diseases in a single dose.

With the hexavalent, children are protected from diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, Haemophilus influenzae B and poliomyelitis. It applies to those born from April 2023 onwards, it is indicated at 2, 4, 6 and 18 months of life.

The health portfolio urges fathers, mothers and guardians of girls and boys to complete their regular vaccination schedule, by doing so, effective protection is provided against diseases that can have a significant impact on the health and well-being of children. themselves.

In the country, article 6 of Law No. 4621/2015 “National Vaccines” establishes that all minors must be immunized and that parents, representatives, guardians or those in charge of custody of a minor will be responsible for the fulfillment of this obligation.

Know the doses indicated, according to age, in the national vaccination scheme

– Newborn: BCG vaccine: severe forms of tuberculosis. HEPB vaccine: hepatitis B virus – pediatric.

– 2 months: rotavirus vaccine, Hexavalent vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis whooping cough, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis (inactivated), Haemophilus influenzae B). 13-valent conjugate pneumococcal vaccine: pneumonia, meningitis, otitis.

– 4 months: rotavirus vaccine, Hexavalent vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis whooping cough, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis (inactivated), Haemophilus influenzae B). 13-valent conjugate pneumococcal vaccine: pneumonia, meningitis, otitis.

– 6 months: Hexavalent vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, pertussis, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis (inactivated), Haemophilus influenzae B).

– 6 to 35 months: seasonal influenza, annual dose.

– 12 months: 13-valent conjugate pneumococcal vaccine: pneumonia, meningitis, otitis. MMR vaccine: measles, mumps, rubella. AA vaccine: yellow fever.

– 15 months: chickenpox vaccine: serious pictures and complications from chickenpox. Hepatitis A vaccine: serious pictures and complications due to hepatitis A.

– 18 months: Hexavalent vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, pertussis, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis (inactivated), Haemophilus influenzae B). MMR vaccine: measles, mumps, rubella.

– 4 years: IPV vaccine: poliomyelitis. DPT vaccine: diphtheria, pertussis or whooping cough, tetanus.

– 5 years: vaccine against chickenpox.

– Adolescents (9 to 14 years): HPV vaccine: Human papillomavirus (only women). Tdpa vaccine: diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough or whooping cough.

2023-08-22 15:36:39
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All cases are in isolation, none were serious. To date, 41 cases of chickenpox have been identified in the military establishment, five of them have already been discharged. Four educational institutions in the area are also affected, where 5 students with chickenpox were detected, the majority from Kindergarten and Preschool. As a result of the identified cases, the preventive isolation of about 200 children, adolescents and teachers who were exposed to the cases was carried out and vaccination was carried out.

Recently, 5 new cases of chickenpox were confirmed at the Encarnación Military College for NCOs (COMISOE), located in the district of San Juan del Paraná, department of Itapúa. With this, there are 41 affected registered to date in the military establishment, of which 5 were discharged and 36 remain in isolation.
Thus, 5 cases of infection were also identified in four educational institutions in the area. Among those affected are two students between the ages of 12 and 16, and three children between the ages of 4 and 6. The last two cases were identified through the father of the family, who works as a caregiver for the elderly and recently called in sick.
All positive cases of chickenpox are currently in isolation and under follow-up; most were not vaccinated. As a result of the outbreak detected in educational establishments, preventive contact isolation of all students and teachers of the affected grades was recommended, close to 200 in total; Likewise, the continuity of classes virtually, as well as vaccination for all those who do not have the respective doses and do not have a history of chickenpox.
Dr. María Pastora Duarte, head of Itapúa’s Epidemiological Surveillance, pointed out that they will continue with visits to educational and other public institutions to raise awareness about this contagious disease, as well as to capture possible cases. She regretted that, in most of the cases of chickenpox detected, the boys and girls continued to attend school with symptoms of disease, believing that it was a skin allergy.
He emphasized that it is extremely important that cases of chickenpox are detected in the office to assess the severity of the condition, identify warning signs and receive appropriate treatment. “We are interested in the patient reaching the health service to carry out the follow-up and the corresponding interventions, and to detect any sign of seriousness in time,” she said.
The health professional insists on going to the consultation in the presence of fever and skin rashes; likewise, to update the vaccination schedule for boys and girls. He recalled that the chickenpox vaccine is free and is available in Public Health services. This vaccine is applied at 15 months of life and the booster at 5 years of age. He also commented that an immunization strategy called “Vaccine Recovery System” is being carried out, which consists of the application of doses to boys and girls up to 10 years of age who have not yet been vaccinated, including against chickenpox.
Let’s remember that chickenpox, after 21 days of exposure, can cause the disease.
chicken pox
It is a contagious disease, caused by the varicella zoster virus (VZV) characterized by skin rashes.
It appears with rashes on the stomach, back and face, which can spread to the whole body producing itchy blisters. Other symptoms of this virus are tiredness, headache and fever.
In the event of presenting any of these symptoms, it is recommended to immediately seek medical advice to receive timely treatment and avoid self-medication.
It is important to avoid coming to work sick; It is also not advisable to take children to school or daycare in these conditions.
In case of contracting chickenpox
Keep rest: do not go to school, the workplace or public places, until 5 days after the vesicles have dried, to prevent contagion.
Intensify hygiene at home: clean surfaces and equipment that may be contaminated with respiratory secretions from the patient or with secretions or vesicular fluid.
Attention: if there are cases of chickenpox in the workplace, educational institutions or day care centers. Fumigation is NOT necessary.
More information about chickenpox notifications HERE

2023-08-09 19:41:12
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It will take place from August 21 to 25, in order to assess the proportion of children who are up to date with their vaccinations and find out the reasons for not vaccinating.

In the coming weeks, it is planned to carry out a “Survey on regular schedule vaccines” in the city of Fernando de la Mora and will be in charge of the first cohort of trainees from the Field Epidemiology Training Program (PEEC) – Intermediate Level, of the General Directorate of Health Surveillance.

The activity will take place from August 21 to 25, with random house-to-house visits.

The proportion of children under 5 years of age in this area of ​​the country who are vaccinated with the doses corresponding to the regular vaccination scheme will be evaluated. Thus, the reasons for non-vaccination of those infants who are not up to date with their vaccines will also be known.

With this survey, it is expected to collect precise information to address the problem related to low vaccination coverage, establish new strategies and reorient existing ones to increase the level of vaccination coverage in children.

The interviewers will be duly identified, carrying a credential from the Ministry of Health.

It is important that parents or guardians have the children’s vaccination card available at the time of the survey.

2023-08-04 19:04:00
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In a press conference held this Friday, July 7, Dr. Guillermo Sequera, General Director of Health Surveillance, announced the epidemiological situation with respect to respiratory viruses and arboviruses, which show a significant decrease in cases, although they continue to present and affecting the vulnerable population, mainly.

Regarding Covid-19, it reported a significant decrease in the last week. In the accumulated total of the last eight weeks (EW 19/2023 to EW 26/2023), 1,235 cases were confirmed in 11 of the 18 health regions of the country. The incidence rate of the last 14 days is 2 cases per 100,000 inhabitants per week, mainly affecting the population aged 60 and over (39 cases per 100,000 inhabitants).

“Due to Covid-19, we have seen a very significant decrease in the last week, although every week there are deaths, especially those over 70 to 80 years of age. Covid-19 is not one of the ones that is circulating the most, but it is a virus that continues to admit patients and kill, and it is a virus for which we have a vaccine,” Sequera remarked, encouraging citizens to protect themselves through vaccination.

Regarding the other respiratory viruses, a small decrease is also observed, but they continue.

“In relation to ETIs -influenza-like diseases-, we are above the alert threshold, but with a slight decrease,” he said, recalling that we have a vaccine for influenza A and B and we are still in the vaccination period, within the framework of of the “Winter 2023” campaign, which runs until the 14th of this month.

Likewise, he recalled the importance of the proper use of masks, especially in hospitals, taking into account that patients with diseases such as cancer must take care of infections. “If I am sick with a respiratory virus, I stay home. If I have to go out, I wear a mask to take care of others and avoid spreading the virus, ”he explained, while reiterating the importance of observing the etiquette of coughing and sneezing, as well as ventilating the environments.

With regard to arboviral diseases, he maintained that both dengue and chikungunya show a decrease in cases, although in an almost atypical way for this time of year, perhaps related to weather conditions.

“A month and a half ago, we had more than 400 to 500 confirmed cases of chikungunya. Last week we are closing 100 confirmed cases. It’s still a lot for this time of year. In dengue we see a decrease, but we still have more than 60 cases”, the doctor pointed out, detailing that in hospitalized there is also a significant decrease. Of 150 hospitalizations for chikungunya weeks ago, today there are between 7 and 12. “Last week we have not reported deaths, that is something positive,” he concluded.

2023-07-07 13:52:00
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Within the framework of “World Zoonoses Day”, commemorated today, July 6, the National Zoonosis Control Program and National Anti-Rabies Center, under the Ministry of Public Health, will hold a new edition of AutoCAN 2023 “, on Friday 7 July, from 09:00 to 15:00, which will display various attractions to promote awareness of zoonoses and the importance of animal health.

Scheduled activities include:

– Canine and feline anti-rabies vaccination. It is recommended from the third month of life. Then, the booster dose is applied at 30 days and at six months. Subsequently, annually.

-Worming.

-Sampling for diagnosis of canine visceral leishmaniasis.

-Adoption of pets.

-Delivery of native tree seedlings.

-Stand of national companies promoting their products and delivery of gifts to the participants of the event.

-Awareness in the prevention of zoonotic diseases.

The services offered by “AutoCAN 2023” will be provided free of charge, in the parking lot of the National Zoonosis Control Program and National Anti-Rabies Center (UNA B° Universitario Campus), of the City of San Lorenzo.

recommendations

– Dogs must come to the day with the leash on.

– Cats must be transported in containers (carrier/cages).

– Bring vaccination booklet.

– People interested in adopting animals, please bring cardboard boxes, baskets or cages to transport the animals.

– Anticipate the hydration of the pet.

What is a zoonosis?

A zoonosis is a disease or infection that is transmitted naturally from vertebrate animals to humans. There are more than 200 known types.

Zoonoses include a large percentage of new and existing diseases in humans.

Some zoonoses, such as rabies, can be 100% preventable, through vaccination and other methods.

About the National Zoonosis Control Program and the National Anti-Rabies Center

This institution is in charge of stewardship, surveillance, prevention and control of zoonoses.

Provides free canine and feline rabies vaccination service, Monday through Friday, from 07:00 to 22:00. On Saturday, Sunday and holidays, from 07:00 to 19:00. It is located on the Mcal route. Estigarribia Km. 13.5, UNA campus, in the city of San Lorenzo.

About World Zoonoses Day

July 6 has been designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “World Zoonoses Day”. The date commemorates a historical event that occurred in 1885, when the scientist Louis Pasteur applied the first rabies vaccine in France to a person who had been bitten by a rabies-infected dog. Thanks to this vaccine, the person managed to survive. This celebration reminds us of the importance of preventing and controlling zoonotic diseases, which are transmitted between animals and humans.

2023-07-06 12:51:37
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