Capitol forms task force for measles immunization

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has established a Provincial Immunization Task Force to manage the 2026 Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity. The initiative aims to improve vaccination coverage for children in remote areas to prevent disease outbreaks.
Why it matters
Public health initiatives targeting preventable diseases are essential for reducing child mortality and healthcare costs in regional areas.
Cebu Gov. Pamela Baricuatro issued Executive Order 40 to create and chair the Provincial Immunization Task Force, overseeing the 2026 Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity.The task force will coordinate with government agencies and civil society organizations to assist local government units in delivering vaccines to children in remote areas.The provincial campaign will provide free measles and rubella vaccines to eligible children ages six months to four years to prevent severe complications or death..CEBU Gov. Pamela Baricuatro has created a task force to expand measles immunization and strengthen vaccination programs for children across the province.The Provincial Immunization Task Force will oversee the 2026 Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity (MR-SIA).Under Executive Order 40, Baricuatro will chair the task force. Members include Provincial Health Officer Dr. Sheila Faciol, Board Member Dr.
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