Pediatricians observed in the last quarter of 2023 a recurring wave of illnesses among children, attributing it to their exposure to new viruses, contact with infected peers and a lack of essential vitamins.
According to General Pediatrician Mary Joan Millonado during the 50th anniversary celebration of Ceelin at the Unilab Bayanihan Center on Friday, May 17, 2024 children are particularly susceptible to respiratory infections such as rhinovirus, the common cold, respiratory syncytial virus and other viral groups due to their still-developing immune systems.
Additionally, maintaining proper sleep hygiene, ensuring children get adequate sleep, and keeping them active through regular exercise are crucial. However, many parents admit challenges in providing outdoor time due to limited access to open spaces, particularly those residing in condominiums. Meanwhile, in April 2024, the Department of Health , in collaboration with the World Health Organization and the United Nations Children’s Fund , participated in the World Immunization Week under the Essential Programme on Immunization . This global initiative aims to provide equitable access to life-saving vaccines for all children, irrespective of their geographic location or socioeconomic status.
Despite the significant impact of vaccinations over the past five decades, the 2022 WHO and UNICEF Estimates of National Immunization Coverage reported that 637,000 children in the Philippines remain unvaccinated, putting them at higher risk of disease.
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