Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib)

Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) is a bacterium that causes serious disease among young children especially among children less than 2 years of age. It is estimated to cause one-third to one-half of all cases of bacterial meningitis among children less than 5 years of age.

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Haemophilus influenzae type B (WHO Headquarters)

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Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) conjugate vaccines - WHO Position Paper

Regional strategy for increasing access to and utilization of new and underutilized vaccines (2009 -2015)
Significant strides have been made towards implementing essential immunization practices in developing countries in the Region. However, complexities of new vaccines and the obstacles faced in bringing them to vulnerable populations demand continued action. The plan outlines the achievements in the Region with regard to new vaccines and presents objectives and future activities aimed at building upon those achievements.

Technical Advisory Group (TAG) on Immunization and Vaccine Preventable Diseases in the Western Pacific Region (18th Meeting - 30 June-2 July 2009) - Meeting Report
The 18th meeting of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) on Immunization and Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (VPDs) in the Western Pacific Region (WPR) was held from 30 June to 2 July 2009 in Manila, Philippines. A meeting of the Regional Interagency Coordinating Committee was convened concurrently with the TAG Meeting, as in previous years.