The overall objective of EPI is reduction in morbidity and mortality among children causing due to 8 target diseases by offering vaccination services. Specific objectives/target of the programme are as under.
General Objectives
Reduction of mortality and morbidity resulting from EPI target diseases (Poliomyelitis, Tetanus, Measles, Tuberculosis, Diphtheria, Pertusis, Hepatitis-B and Hib) by immunizing children under one year and pregnant women.
Specific objectives and targets
Stop indigenous poliovirus transmission. Elimination of Neo-Natal Tetanus, by the year 2010. Reduction in Measles mortality by 95 % and Measles morbidity by 90% by 2011. Reduction of Diphtheria, Purtussis, Hepatitis B, and Childhood Tuberculosis to a minimum level. Control of other diseases by introducing new vaccines in EPI.
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