San Sebastián de Mariquita Takes Proactive Measures Against Yellow Fever Through Aggressive Vaccination Campaign
The municipality of San Sebastián de Mariquita is taking a proactive approach to protect its residents from the threat of yellow fever, with a focused effort to vaccinate its residents against the potentially deadly disease. Led by Mayor Martha Amaya, the campaign prioritizes accessibility, aiming to reach as many residents as possible through various community outreach initiatives.
Leading by Example: Officials Step Up First
Amaya set the stage for a community-wide effort by ensuring that municipal officials received the vaccine first. This gesture aimed to inspire confidence in the vaccine among residents.
“There was a lot of receptivity from the merople. “There was a lot of receptivity from the people, we are also making a deployment to the different companies in the municipality, in each activity that we have from the Mayor’s Office, we have the shirt on to vaccinate against yellow fever,” said Mayor Amaya.
Reaching Every Corner:
Reaching the wharves
The vaccination campaign extends beyond hospitals and clinics, with health officials actively traveling to different locations, including local businesses, to ensure wider accessibility. For example, a team recently visited the Glacial company, vaccinating 92 employees. This strategic approach ensures that people from diverse backgrounds and workplaces have an opportunity to receive the protection the vaccine offers.
“Thanks to the articulated work that we are doing with our Saint Joseph Hospital with the public health team, with the Local Health Directorate team, we are reaching all places to provide the vaccine in an easy and safe way. This time the dose was applied to 92 people who work at the Glacial company,” explained a representative from the health department.
Important Reminders: Single Dose and Essential for Travelers
The team emphasizes the importance of adhering to the designated schedule of vaccination, especially for those planning to visit areas where yellow fever is prevalent.
It is important to remember that the vaccine is a single dose,” the representative shared. “And if anyone is going to travel to municipalities such as Cunday, Villarrica, Prado, and Purificación, they must get vaccinated 10 days before.
How is San Sebastián de Mariquita making sure the Yellow Fever vaccine is readily available to residents?
## Interview: San Sebastián De Mariquita Fights Yellow Fever
**News Anchor:** Welcome back to the show. We’re talking today about San Sebastián de Mariquita’s proactive campaign against Yellow Fever. Joining us is Mayor Martha Amaya, leading the charge.
**Mayor Amaya:** Thank you for having me.
**News Anchor:** Mayor Amaya, San Sebastián de Mariquita is taking a very aggressive stance against Yellow Fever. What prompted this campaign?
**Mayor Amaya:** The health of our residents is our priority. Yellow fever is a serious threat, and we know how devastating it can be. [[1](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow_fever_vaccine)]
**News Anchor:** And you’re making sure the vaccine is readily available?
**Mayor Amaya:** Absolutely! We’re pulling out all the stops to make sure residents have easy access. We have mobile clinics, community centers, and even door-to-door outreach to reach as many people as possible.
**News Anchor:** It’s encouraging to see such strong leadership. You mentioned leading by example –
**Mayor Amaya:** Correct. The entire municipal team has been vaccinated, demonstrating our commitment to this crucial initiative. [[1](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow_fever_vaccine)]
We believe it’s vital that we show our residents we are all in this together.
**News Anchor:** A truly inspiring effort. Thank you, Mayor Amaya, for sharing your insights and for your dedication to protecting the people of San Sebastián de Mariquita.
**Mayor Amaya:** Thank you for having me.
