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Child Vaccination Continues at Balimo Hospital

July 2, 2026 • Media Dept

At ECPNG Balimo Rural District Hospital, long-serving CHW Miliyato Mili supports child vaccination services while recording p
At Balimo Hospital, long-serving CHW Miliyato Mili supports child vaccination services while recording patient information during the clinic. The image highlights her continued dedication to protecting children’s health and strengthening community care.

Child Vaccination Continues at Balimo Hospital

Child vaccination services continue at Balimo Hospital, helping protect babies and young children in Balimo and surrounding communities from preventable diseases. Families are encouraged to bring their children for routine immunisation so they can receive the vaccines they need at the right time.

At the hospital, vaccination is part of the ongoing care given to children from birth through their early years. For many parents, each visit is more than a clinic appointment. It is a step toward a healthier future, where children can grow strong, attend school, and enjoy life with fewer risks from serious illness.

Supporting children from the very beginning

Health workers at Balimo Hospital continue to serve mothers, babies, and caregivers with commitment and care. From the first newborn vaccines to follow-up doses in the months that follow, the hospital remains an important place of protection and hope for families across the district.

Routine vaccination helps guard children against diseases that can spread quickly and cause severe sickness. Keeping up with the immunisation schedule is one of the simplest and most effective ways parents can protect their children and the wider community.

A shared responsibility for healthy communities

When parents and caregivers bring children for vaccination, they are not only caring for their own child, but also helping to keep the community safe. This is especially important in rural areas, where access to treatment can be difficult when children become seriously unwell.

    • Parents and caregivers are encouraged to keep their child’s health book safe and bring it to every visit.
    • Children should receive vaccines on time according to the recommended schedule.
    • If a dose is missed, families should visit the hospital and speak with health staff about the next step.

Balimo Hospital continues to stand with families in promoting child health through ongoing vaccination services. Every vaccine visit is an act of care, protection, and love for the next generation.

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