GHS begins Yellow Fever vaccination campaign in three Upper West districts

The Ghana Health Service has launched a Yellow Fever vaccination campaign in three Upper West Region districts: Wa West, Sissala East, and Sissala West. This five-day initiative began on October 14 and is slated to conclude on October 18, 2026. The goal is to immunize around 244,869 individuals aged nine months to 60 years within these regions.

The campaign's main aim is to curb the ongoing yellow fever outbreak and safeguard the population from the disease. To achieve this, health professionals have been equipped and positioned at health facilities, while temporary vaccination booths have been set up in key public areas like markets, bus stations, churches, mosques, schools, and other communal spaces. Additionally, mobile vaccination units are traversing settlements, towns, and villages to ensure all eligible persons receive the vaccine.

Every person vaccinated throughout the campaign will receive a yellow vaccination card, serving as official documentation of their immunization. The Ghana Health Service urges the public to retain these cards securely, as they may be needed at health centers, schools, or during travel. Yellow Fever vaccination is the most effective method for preventing the disease and controlling outbreaks.

A single dose of the vaccine offers long-lasting immunity, making the vaccination process crucial in protecting both individuals and communities from Yellow Fever.

The Ghana Health Service strongly urges all eligible persons aged nine months to 60 years in the three targeted districts to participate in the campaign and receive the vaccination. Their participation is vital for achieving high vaccination coverage, halting the spread of the outbreak, and maintaining the health and well-being of the community.