Jamaica Observes 24th Vaccination Week in the Americas
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Jamaica joins PAHO and global partners from April 25 to May 2, 2026, to observe the 24th Vaccination Week in the Americas and 15th World Immunization Week under the theme 'Your decision makes a difference. Immunization for all.' The observance supports the Disease Elimination Initiative targeting elimination of over 30 communicable diseases by 2030, including 11 vaccine-preventable diseases. Key activities include a main vaccination outreach event on April 30 in Port Maria, St. Mary, and a regional Caribbean Vaccination Week launch broadcast on April 25, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Jamaica time.
“Since 2002, Vaccination Week has helped immunize over one billion people across the Americas.”
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This document announces Jamaica's participation in the 24th Vaccination Week in the Americas and 15th World Immunization Week from April 25 to May 2, 2026. The observance features multiple activities including a main vaccination outreach event in Port Maria, St. Mary on April 30, and an electronic immunization registry training workshop from April 20-23. The initiative supports PAHO's broader Disease Elimination Initiative targeting elimination of over 30 communicable diseases by 2030.
The announcement is informational in nature and does not create new compliance obligations for regulated entities. Healthcare providers and public health authorities in Jamaica may reference the scheduled activities for coordination purposes. The document highlights the importance of HPV vaccination during Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and maintaining routine immunization coverage to prevent outbreaks, including measles.
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Jamaica Observes Vaccination Week in the Americas
From April 25 to May 2, 2026, Jamaica joins the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and global partners in observing the 24th Vaccination Week in the Americas and the 15th World Immunization Week under the theme: “Your decision makes a difference. Immunization for all.”
This year’s observance supports the Disease Elimination Initiative, which aims to eliminate more than 30 communicable diseases by 2030, including 11 vaccine-preventable diseases. We commend the Government of Jamaica for its continued leadership in advancing disease elimination efforts.
In April, Jamaica recognized Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and urged parents to ensure their children receive the HPV vaccine, which protects against cancers caused by the virus. This is a key step toward eliminating cervical cancer as a public health concern across the region. Countries must also remain vigilant by maintaining routine immunization coverage to prevent outbreaks and avoid setbacks, including the risk of losing measles elimination status.
Since 2002, Vaccination Week has helped immunize over one billion people across the Americas. PAHO’s Revolving Fund continues to ensure equitable access to safe and affordable vaccines thus protecting lives and strengthening health systems across the region.
Together, through informed decisions and shared responsibility, we can build a future free from preventable diseases.
Vaccination Week Activities, 2026 (Jamaica)
1) Expanded Program on Immunization/Electronic Immunization Registry Data Use and Analysis Situation Room Super Trainers Workshop: April 20–23, 2026
2) Main Event: Vaccination outreach and health fair outside broadcast in the Giant Family Mart car park, Port Maria, St. Mary: April 30, 2026:Â IRIE FM outside broadcast, vaccination drive, HPV jingle competition, Know Your Numbers, HIV testing.
3) Airing of the Ministry's Wellness Beat episode on HPV Vaccination and Cervical Cancer Prevention in commemoration of VWA and Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.
Regional Launch of Caribbean Vaccination Week
The official launch of Caribbean Vaccination Week will be broadcast on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (Jamaica time).
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