The Ministry of Health announced on May 3 that it has deployed 16 vaccination teams to go door-to-door in the neighborhoods surrounding the El Rímac Maternal and Child Center as part of Vaccination Week in the Americas. The goal is to provide immunization against preventable diseases for thousands of residents.
Each team consists of a nurse and a technician, making up a total of 32 health professionals who are delivering free and safe vaccines directly to people’s homes. This approach is intended to ensure timely access to immunization services.
The campaign focuses on vaccinating children under five years old, adolescents, pregnant women, and older adults. Vaccines administered include those for influenza, pneumococcus, measles, tetanus, among others. Teams also check vaccination cards, identify incomplete schedules, and offer personalized guidance to families.
Melissa Barrón from Diris Lima Norte said: “Estamos interviniendo casa por casa, pedimos a la población que nos abran sus puertas, no solo en El Rímac, sino en toda Lima Metropolitana y nuestras regiones. También estamos presentes en centros comerciales y puntos de vacunación con horarios diferenciados a lo largo del territorio nacional. Confíen en nuestro personal de salud, debidamente identificado, porque trabajamos por la protección de las familias peruanas.”
The health teams began their work at the El Rímac Maternal and Child Center before moving out into mapped areas with lower access to health services. The campaign took place from 8:00 am until 1:00 pm.
According to the Ministry of Health’s statement in this initiative’s conclusion section, closing immunization gaps helps reduce outbreak risks and strengthens prevention at the primary care level. The ministry reiterated that vaccines save lives and urged people to keep their vaccination schedules up-to-date while allowing health brigades into their homes.
