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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?
- Expanded Program on Immunization (correct)
- Immunization Program of the Philippines
- Community Health Nursing 1
- Legal Basis
How many types of immunization were included in the 1976 program?
How many types of immunization were included in the 1976 program?
- 7
- 6 (correct)
- 5
- 4
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?
- Measles (correct)
- Pertussis
- Diphtheria
- Tuberculosis
Which law established compulsory immunization against Hepatitis B in 1995?
Which law established compulsory immunization against Hepatitis B in 1995?
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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Expanded Program on Immunization
Expanded Program on Immunization
A program established in 1976 to provide children and mothers with access to vaccines.
Number of immunizations in the 1976 EPI program
Number of immunizations in the 1976 EPI program
The Expanded Program on Immunization initially included 6 types of immunization.
Disease targeted for elimination in 2008 by EPI
Disease targeted for elimination in 2008 by EPI
Measles was targeted for elimination by the Expanded Program on Immunization in 2008.
Law for compulsory Hepatitis B immunization
Law for compulsory Hepatitis B immunization
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Timing for Hepatitis B immunization (R.A. 7846)
Timing for Hepatitis B immunization (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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