Discusses tick-borne encephalitis, HPV, and pneumococcal infection defenses; Yakutia's Ministry of Health's chief vaccine advisor provides insights.
Talkin' 'Bout Tick-borne Encephalitis and More! Meet Marianne Alexandrova, The Expert on the Topic in Yakutia.
Tickin' It Up
- To ward off tick-borne encephalitis, vaccination is vital for professionals at risk and those living in endemic areas like Aldan, Lena, Olekma, Neryungri, Hangalass, and Suntar districts. For travelers venturing into these zones or those arriving there, a vaccine (on a paid basis) is essential.
Prophylaxis Pros
- Vaccinoprophylaxis is the ultimate weapon in the fight against infectious diseases. The national program targets 12 illnesses, including polio, measles, and tuberculosis. Yet, Yakutia is about to roll out a Regional Vaccination Calendar* starting 2024, extending the list.
Additional protections include hepatitis A for preschoolers, rotavirus infection for 2-month-olds, and pneumococcal infection for the senior population (65+). These immunizations shield not only against pneumonia but also meningitis, otitis, and associated complications. Local residents can also look forward to tick-borne encephalitis vaccinations in endemic zones.
Parent's Guidance
- Parents should heed medical recommendations for their children's vaccination schedule. This year, Yakutia introduced a rotavirus infection vaccine, administered orally to infants three times with a one-month gap. The HPV vaccine, which can lead to cervical cancer, targets 9-year-old girls twice with a six-month gap.*
Concerned about multiple vaccinations overloading the immune system? worry not! Infants can handle thousands of foreign antigens with ease, using merely 0.1% of their immune system's potential even when eleven vaccines are given simultaneously. And before drugs hit the market, researchers meticulously test post-vaccination antibody levels for each antigen to ensure coordinate administration.
Beware the Risks
- Yakutia boasts a high vaccination coverage rate of 96-99% for most diseases, securing a stable health environment. But with global infections lurking, innocent and unprotected individuals face the threat of imported cases due to worldwide connections like labor migration, tourism, and pilgrimage. So, play it safe—protect yourself and your loved ones!**
Note: The specific details about additional vaccinations included in the Regional Vaccination Calendar of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) beyond those listed in the National Vaccination Calendar remain unknown at this time. For more precise information, kindly consult local health authorities or official public health resources in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia).
- Marianne Alexandrova, the expert on tick-borne encephalitis in Yakutia, emphasizes the importance of vaccination for individuals at risk and residents living in endemic areas.
- The procurement of vaccines, alongside other preventative measures, is a significant aspect of the fight against tick-borne encephalitis in Yakutia.
- In the realm of science, researchers are investigating hydromeliorative treatments for tick-borne encephalitis, aiming to provide alternative solutions for medical-conditions like chronic diseases and health-and-wellness concerns.
- The concern about the papillomavirus, linked to cervical cancer, has led to the development of vaccines targeted at 9-year-old girls, twice with a six-month gap.
- As Yakutia expands its Regional Vaccination Calendar, it will further protect its population against various medical-conditions, including tick-borne encephalitis, and contribute to overall health-and-wellness.
