Between October 21 and 25, the Ministry of Health will be present at the Argentine Army trailer located in Plaza San Martín, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The objective is to improve vaccination coverage and the recovery of delayed schedules, especially in children under 2 years of age and school-age children born in 2019. Families will be able to access the doses with ID and health booklet and/or vaccination card for minors. Likewise, promotion and prevention sessions will be offered in different CAPS during the rest of the month.
As part of the preventive work in the territory that has been promoted by the management of Mayor Othar Macharashvili in health matters, the Health portfolio headed by Jorge Espíndola and Gabriela Moreno reported the actions carried out for World Polio Day, which is commemorated every October 24, under the national campaign “Help us with 30 days to sustain 40 years without Poliomyelitis in Argentina.”
To this end, the Municipality planned a schedule of activities that will begin this Saturday at the CAPS Evita with an awareness day of “Fight against Poliomyelitis”, where there will be vaccination from the National Calendar, 15 shifts in order of arrival for healthy control pediatric and dental check-ups on spontaneous demand, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
On Monday the 21st, care will begin in the trailer from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for all girls and boys from 2 months to 6 months for the first dose, and 5 years for the reinforcement of those who are of age. schoolchildren born in 2019. The campaign is organized jointly by the Health Secretariat of the local Municipality and the Social Development portfolio of Rada Tilly, Regional Hospital, Alvear Hospital, Argentine Army and Rotary Club Comodoro Rivadavia, among others.
In this regard, the Secretary of Health, Jorge Espíndola stated that the objective is to raise awareness in the community “about the importance of vaccination in general and against Poliomyelitis in particular. We are going to be in the trailer and in our Health Centers throughout next week with different promotional events because we believe that it is necessary for all our neighbors to get involved in order to increase complete vaccination schedules.”
“From the State we continue to mark a strong presence in the territory as the mayor asks us and creating strategies based on inter-institutional work to strengthen health actions,” he expressed and thanked the collaboration of the Argentine Army “for making the trailer available.” ”, as well as the Health personnel “who will be accompanying the neighbors who come to get vaccinated all week.”
“The guideline is precisely to be able to be with our neighbors, with an accessible health system under this new paradigm, stopping thinking about the prevention of the disease to start thinking about the promotion of health,” confirmed the official.
What is Poliomyelitis (polio)?
It is a viral disease that can be serious and most frequently affects infants and children under 5 years of age. The virus is found in people’s fecal matter, which is why it is transmitted mainly through the consumption of contaminated water and substances and by direct contact with people who can spread the disease. Some cases are mild and others much more serious, affecting the spinal cord causing muscle weakness and paralysis. Although it is an infectious disease, it can be fought and avoided with vaccination.
Symptoms may begin with fever, sore throat, and in some people there may be pain or stiffness in the back, neck, and legs. The virus particularly affects the central nervous system and causes paralysis of muscles and even respiratory muscles.
World Day
Every October 24, World Polio Day is remembered, a date established by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), in commemoration of the birth of the American researcher, Jonas Salk, who made it possible the development of the vaccine that managed to prevent the disease.
The Triumph of Vaccination — A Health Comedy
Ah, the Ministry of Health out and about with their fancy trailer in Plaza San Martín like a mobile pop-up party, only the only shots served here come with a needle—and hopefully not a hangover!
From October 21 to 25, if you’re in the area from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., you can bring your under-twos and 2019 school-age kids to get them vaccinated. Remember, folks, don’t forget your ID and health booklets. It’s like a bureaucratic game of “Guess Who?” with your kid’s vaccination history on the line!
World Polio Day: Let’s Talk Polio!
Now, speaking of vaccination, let’s give a round of applause for the Mayor Othar Macharashvili. Under his watch, the Health portfolio, led by Jorge Espíndola and Gabriela Moreno, has deemed October a month of prevention and protection against a nasty little party crasher called Poliomyelitis. October 24 marks World Polio Day—let’s hope that day is more well-received than last year’s “National Wear Beige Day”!
It’s like a 30-day countdown to make sure we stay 40 years free of polio in Argentina! Nothing says “we care” quite like a health awareness campaign—so let’s roll up our sleeves, everyone!
This Saturday at the CAPS Evita, they’ll kick things off with an awareness day titled “Fight against Poliomyelitis.” No, it’s not a wrestling match—it’s all about education and vaccination! From 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., you can sign up for pediatric check-ups and maybe even enjoy a dental exam. Because nothing says “self-care” like testing your kid’s teeth at a public health event!
Getting Down to Business: The Vaccinations
Come Monday the 21st, the health trailer will be at it again, welcoming all kids from 2 to 6 months old for their first dose. And don’t forget the five-year-olds born in 2019—it’s their reinforcement time. Just don’t ask them to reinforce their math skills while waiting in line!
The campaign isn’t flying solo either; it’s a team effort with the local Municipality, the Social Development portfolio of Rada Tilly, Regional Hospital, Alvear Hospital, Argentine Army, and the ever-charming Rotary Club Comodoro Rivadavia. Talk about a coalition—this is more of a health Avengers initiative!
Why Vaccination? Let’s Get Serious!
Now, Jorge Espíndola, our Secretary of Health, knows what’s what. He insists on raising awareness about the importance of vaccination—especially against Polio. “We’re here to be with our neighbors,” he says. It’s all about not waiting for people to get sick before doing something—because where is the fun in that? Health should be promoted, not just reacted to.
Let’s take a moment to talk about poliomyelitis, shall we? It’s a viral disease that particularly loves infants and kids under five. It’s spread through fecal matter like a bad rumor, usually through contaminated water—think less “bubble bath” and more “toilet humor.” Catching it can lead to muscle weakness, paralysis, and in extreme cases, it could give those pesky respiratory muscles a run for their money. But worry not, vaccination is a superhero, ready to save the day!
Mark Your Calendars! October 24
So, what’s the deal with World Polio Day? Established by the Pan-American Health Organization and the WHO in honor of the great Jonas Salk—yes, the dude who literally put the “shot” in “shotgun” approach to vaccination. His work helped create the polio vaccine, making it a day worth commemorating.
So folks, gather your kids, stash those health booklets, and let’s take our vaccines seriously! After all, appearing at the trailer isn’t just a fun outing; it’s your ticket to ensure our kids grow up in a polio-free environment. Because let’s be honest, we need every opportunity to remind them that adulting will eventually hit them smack in the face—and it’s always better when they have their health in check!
