News from IVAC - December 2021

December 2021

Impact of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic on routine immunization services: Evidence of disruption and recovery from 170 countries and territories

A new study published in the Lancet Global Health finds that as countries continue pandemic response efforts, vulnerabilities are exposed in immunizations systems. The study, funded in part by USAID’s MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership, synthesized data representing 170 countries and territories, finding declines among vaccination doses administered and other indications of significant and widespread disruptions in […]

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December 2021

Rishi Children’s Fund – Update December 2021

As the year 2021 draws to a close, we approach a time of reflection and thanksgiving. Woven into the fabric of life are joys and sorrows, losses, and gains; but together we can create lasting beauty. The Rishi Children’s Fund was built with your generosity. Building on the strong partnerships of the Maternal and Child […]

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December 2021

Growing viral: health, hope, and happiness in the time of COVID and HIV

By: Dr. Anita Shet and Dr. Michael Raj Originally published on Gavi.org The rising sun emblazons the children doing stretches after a three kilometer run. The day begins early in Snehagram; the children have already milked the cows, collected eggs and ripe passion fruit for breakfast, and finished their morning prayers. They are fresh-faced as […]

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