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Which program was established in 1976 to ensure access to vaccines for children and their mothers?
Which program was established in 1976 to ensure access to vaccines for children and their mothers?
How many types of immunization were included in the 1976 program?
How many types of immunization were included in the 1976 program?
Which disease was targeted for elimination in 2008 by the Expanded Program on Immunization?
Which disease was targeted for elimination in 2008 by the Expanded Program on Immunization?
Which law established compulsory immunization against Hepatitis B in 1995?
Which law established compulsory immunization against Hepatitis B in 1995?
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At what age should infants and children 8 years old and below receive Hepatitis B immunization according to R.A. 7846?
At what age should infants and children 8 years old and below receive Hepatitis B immunization according to R.A. 7846?
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Study Notes
Immunization Programs and Laws
- The Vaccines for Children Program was established in 1976 to ensure access to vaccines for children and their mothers.
- The 1976 program included three types of immunization: primary, secondary, and booster immunizations.
Expanded Program on Immunization
- In 2008, the Expanded Program on Immunization targeted the elimination of measles.
Legislation on Immunization
- The law that established compulsory immunization against Hepatitis B in 1995 is known as R.A. 7846.
- According to R.A. 7846, infants and children 8 years old and below should receive Hepatitis B immunization at birth, 1 month, and 6 months of age.
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Test your knowledge on the Immunization Program of the Philippines and its legal basis, the Expanded Program on Immunization (PD 996). This quiz covers the establishment of the program in 1976 and the 6 types of immunization introduced. See how well you understand the importance of vaccination in preventing specific diseases.
