What is the goal of Bangladesh's typhoid vaccination campaign?

The goal of Bangladesh's typhoid vaccination campaign is to immunize 49 million children and adolescents against the deadly disease.

Who developed the typhoid vaccine being used in Bangladesh?

The typhoid vaccine being used in Bangladesh was developed by the Serum Institute of India and provided to the country through Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance.

Where will the typhoid vaccines be administered in Bangladesh?

The typhoid vaccines will be administered at over 10,000 educational institutions across Bangladesh, as well as at permanent and satellite EPI centers for children not enrolled in school.

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Bangladesh Launches Nationwide Typhoid Vaccination Campaign to Protect 49 Million Children

12 Oct, 2025

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Summary

Bangladesh kicks off first-ever nationwide typhoid vaccination drive
Goal is to immunize 49 million children and adolescents against typhoid
Vaccine developed by Serum Institute of India, provided through Gavi

Bangladesh Launches Nationwide Typhoid Vaccination Campaign to Protect 49 Million Children

On October 12, 2025, Bangladesh took a significant step in its public health efforts by launching the country's first-ever nationwide typhoid vaccination campaign. The ambitious drive aims to immunize 49 million children and adolescents against the deadly disease.

Starting at 9 AM, students across 10,000 educational institutions began receiving free doses of the typhoid conjugate vaccine (TCV) as part of the month-long initiative. Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum, who inaugurated the campaign, expressed shame that children in Bangladesh still die from typhoid and expressed confidence that the country will succeed in eradicating the disease through this vaccination drive.