Immunisation should be done as early as possible in accordance with the immunisation schedule (The National Immunisation Programme) established by the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH). The National Immunisation programme was first established in the 1950s. Most vaccine-preventable diseases covered by the National Immunisation Programme can cause serious prolonged health complications. IMMUNISATION MISCONCEPTIONSOf late, there have been members of the Malaysian community who have refused vaccinations for their children, and on the whole, reject the National Immunisation Programme due to misconceptions and fears regarding vaccines. It is the duty and obligation of every parent or caretaker to ensure that their children are vaccinated according to the National Immunisation Programme so that children have a winning chance against life-threatening infectious diseases.

Source: New Strait Times November 15, 2019 00:56 UTC