Parents urged to prioritise vaccinations

The City of Cape Town's health department has urged parents to ensure their children's vaccinations are up-to-date.

- Oratile Mashilo

According to the city, recent concerns about the rise in diphtheria cases has once again highlighted the need to ensure that every child is fully vaccinated.

"City health is therefore urging all parents and caregivers to prioritise childhood immunisations, to protect against preventable diseases and curb the risk of outbreaks. In recent days, staff have also conducted a number of outreaches to ramp up vaccination rates," it said.

According to city health, vaccination is one of the best methods for preventing illnesses such as polio, measles, and diphtheria.

It noted how vaccination protects individuals and enhances community immunity, thereby reducing the overall transmission of these diseases.