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Vaccine production and distribution in Vietnam

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Vietnam is expanding its domestic vaccine production and availability through various international partnerships. In September 2026, the Vietnam Vaccine Company (VNVC) and Sanofi signed a declaration to produce three generations of vaccines in Vietnam, including 6-in-1, seasonal influenza, and meningococcal vaccines. This project, involving the construction of the VNVC Vaccine and Biologicals Factory, is expected to begin production in 2028 to support domestic and global supply chains. Following collaboration with Swiss company Substipharm Biologics, the Envacgen vaccine against hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) officially began its rollout on September 25, 2026. This marks the first availability of such a vaccine in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. Targeting the enterovirus 71 (EV71) strain, the vaccine is indicated for children aged two months to under six years. Clinical Phase III trials conducted in Vietnam showed a 96.8% efficacy rate against EV71. The rollout commenced By mid-October 2026, the VNVC vaccination system had administered over 100,000 doses across nearly 300 VNVC centers nationwide, recording tens in 31 provinces within just over two weeks of thousands implementation. This rollout follows a surge in cases; the Ministry of registrations on Health reported more than 110,000 HFMD cases and nearly 10 deaths in Vietnam since the first day, with approximately 70% start of registrants being children under three years old. the year. Medical experts emphasize experts, including Dr. Truong Huu Khanh, have noted that vaccination is a critical tool to mitigate risks during the vaccine’s role in preventing severe neurological, cardiovascular, and respiratory complications associated with peak season of September to November. To support the disease. rollout, VNVC has provided nearly 3 billion VND in support to families registering for full vaccination regimens to ensure children complete required doses.

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  1. 2026-10-12 04:03 UTC Vaccine production and distribution in Vietnam
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