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Public health still playing catch-up on childhood immunizations - Wellington Advertiser

Public health still playing catch-up on childhood immunizations - Wellington Advertiser

Public health still playing catch-up on childhood immunizations - Wellington Advertiser
Feb 07, 2023 39 secs

It’s more an issue of access, manager of vaccine preventable diseases Karen Mulvey told the board of health at its Feb. 1 meeting.

Parents can opt not to vaccinate their children for religious or conscientious beliefs, but must go through a process that includes watching an education video and submitting a notarized statement before receiving an exemption from public health.

Public health is required to maintain up-to-date vaccination records under the School Pupils Act.

Isley said public health works with religious and cultural leaders in all hard-to-reach communities to improve vaccination rates.

The list includes mental health, physical activity, healthy eating, injury prevention, growth and development, and substance use.

“This work is critical to achieving the optimal health of school-aged children and youth in WDG, particularly in the wake of the pandemic.”

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