VACCINATIONS OFFERED

Panorama.am
19:52 29/09/2007

Ministry of Health officials answered panorama.am about the "Everybody
protected" declaration about measles and chicken pox. According
to Suren Krmoyan, of the ministry, the vaccinations against these
diseases also protect against swelling, problems in pregnancy,
serious blood diseases (such as hemophilia), and temperatures ove
39.5 C. The official says the vaccination does not put a stop to
a pregnancy, There are also vaccinations that work on a temporary
basis. For diseases that flare up dangerously, these vaccinations
are not suggested. For those with issues concerning blood plasma,
a 3-month waiting period is suggested. The minister said that these
vaccinations have been approved by the health ministry. From October
1-13, all from ages 6-27 are suggested to vaccinate against measles
and chicken pox. As everything is certificated, there is nothing to
fear in the realm of error. The last meales outbreak in Armenia was in
2004-2005, in which 4,064 children became ill. According to statistics,
350 thousand children die worldwide of the disease every year.