(AGENPARL) – mar 18 aprile 2023 WHO Media: PAHO press conference April 20: Update on vaccination in the Americas
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MEDIA ADVISORY
PAHO Press conference: Update on vaccination in the Americas
WHEN: Thursday, April 20, 11:00 am ET(Washington, DC Time).
SUBJECT: With more than 2.7 million children under the age of one failing to receive all their vaccine doses in 2021 in the Americas, the risk of outbreaks due to vaccine-preventable diseases is currently at its highest point in 30 years.
As we approach [Vaccination Week in the Americas](https://worldhealthorganization.cmail19.com/t/d-l-zkutldd-iitylyihjr-r/) (22-29 April), PAHO experts will provide an update on vaccination in the region and recommendations on how to improve coverage.
HOW: Via ZOOM, pre-registration required:
[https://paho-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bCcOLE6nQtyOEawr6p3AwA](https://worldhealthorganization.cmail19.com/t/d-l-zkutldd-iitylyihjr-y/)
– Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, Director, PAHO
– Dr. Daniel Salas, Executive Manager, Special Program Comprehensive Immunizations, PAHO
– Dr. Margherita Ghiselli, Immunization Advisor, PAHO
NOTE TO JOURNALISTS
Please ensure you have downloaded the latest version of Zoom and register with your name and media outlet. Kindly note that only questions from media outlets will be taken.
After registration, you should receive an email with the confirmation and the final link to join the media briefing.
Questions can also be submitted in advance and live during the press conference via the Q&A button.
Please connect at least 5 minutes prior to the start of the press conference.
If there are any problems with the connection, please note that the press conference will also be broadcast on YouTube ([PAHO TV](https://worldhealthorganization.cmail19.com/t/d-l-zkutldd-iitylyihjr-j/)).
Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Portuguese and French.
MEDIA CONTACTS
[www.paho.org](https://worldhealthorganization.cmail19.com/t/d-l-zkutldd-iitylyihjr-t/)
[www.paho.org](https://worldhealthorganization.cmail19.com/t/d-l-zkutldd-iitylyihjr-i/)
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) works with the countries of the Americas to improve the health and quality of life of its population. Founded in 1902, it is the world’s oldest international public health agency. It serves as the Regional Office of WHO for the Americas and is the specialized health agency of the Inter-American system.
[www.paho.org](https://worldhealthorganization.cmail19.com/t/d-l-zkutldd-iitylyihjr-d/)