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North Macedonia vaccination program updates
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2026-10-07 13:54 UTC → 2026-10-08 12:34 UTC ·
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In North Macedonia, the Ministry of Health has announced updates updated its approach to seasonal influenza and BCG vaccination programs. Seasonal influenza vaccinations are expected to commence in the second half of October. Due to global production delays caused by the World Health Organization changing programs following regional safety concerns. Regarding the recommended composition for all three strains, BCG vaccine, the Ministry has secured 56,000 of its planned 80,000 doses. Free vaccines will be prioritized for high-risk groups, including healthcare workers, pregnant women, suspended the chronically ill, use of products from Bulgaria’s Bul Bio NCIPD as a precautionary measure. This decision follows reports in Croatia and individuals over 65. Regarding Bosnia and Herzegovina regarding potential links between the BCG vaccine, Minister vaccine and cases of osteomyelitis in children. Health Minister Sasho Klekovski stated Klevkovski noted that controversial the specific batches used in North Macedonia from a Bulgarian manufacturer 2022 and 2023 have been fully utilized exhausted, with no documented local adverse effects. reactions documented. To maintain supply, ensure continuity, the Ministry has partnered with UNICEF to procure a one-year supply of BCG vaccines from a Japanese manufacturer. Officials stated that delaying newborn vaccinations will not cause long-term harm and urged parents to adhere to the immunization calendar. For seasonal influenza, vaccinations are expected to begin in late October. While 56,000 doses have been secured due to global production delays, officials are working to acquire an additional 80,000 doses to support high-risk groups, including healthcare workers, pregnant women, the chronically ill, and individuals over 65. Additionally, the Ministry is implementing new regulations to curb reported abuses of sick leave, reducing the period during which general practitioners can approve leave from seven to five days.
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