Haj pilgrims are undergoing an intensive vaccination program in the Kashmir Valley prior to undertaking their journey to Mecca.
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The Hib vaccine protects children against infections like meningitis and pneumonia that are caused by the Haemophilus influenzae type b bacterium.
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A pilgrim Altaf Hussain said, "It is a very good drive by the government. We are very thankful to the government for this. We are getting two injections and two types of antibiotics."
The Chief Executive Officer of Haj Committee, Fayaz Ahmad Lone told ANI, "These vaccinations are being provided according to the WHO guidelines. These include polio, meningococcus and seasonal influenza vaccines. This is being done to ensure the health of the pilgrims. A health and training card is given to the pilgrims after this which is mandatory in Saudi Arabia."
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In ‘Shingles’ or ‘Herpes Zoster’ painful skin rashes appear usually on the side of chest wall. It is caused by chicken pox virus called varicella zoster.
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The vaccination facility is available in all the districts of the Valley including Haj House Bemina in Srinagar, where doctors and authorities of Haj committee have opened special counters for vaccination purpose.
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Tetanus (or Lockjaw) is a serious preventable infection that can affect the muscles and nerves and results from contamination of wound. The vaccine against Tetanus can prevent the infection.
Tetanus (or Lockjaw) is a serious preventable infection that can affect the muscles and nerves and results from contamination of wound. The vaccine against Tetanus can prevent the infection.
Source-ANI
