MEDIA ADVISORY
PAHO virtual press briefing
Vaccination and other health issues
in the Americas
WHEN: Thursday, April 18, 11:00 am EST (Washington, DC Time).
SUBJECT: PAHO will hold a press conference to provide an update on vaccination coverage in the region. The session will take place in the context of the 22nd Vaccination Week in the Americas – which will run from April 20-27, under the slogan Engage now to protect your future. Get Vaccinated.
Historically, the Americas has been a world leader in vaccination. Over the last decade, however, coverage has declined, further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, placing the Americas as the region with the second lowest levels of vaccination coverage in the world. Thanks to countries’ efforts, however, recovery began in 2022 for most vaccines.
HOW: Via ZOOM, pre-registration required: https://paho-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uQqiMHvkQ02ca-X6amnx8w
Questions can be submitted prior to the briefing via email at mediateam@paho.org.
WHO:
- Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, Director, PAHO
- Dr. Rhonda Sealey-Thomas, Assistant Director, PAHO
- Dr. Daniel Salas, Executive Manager, PAHO's Special Program for Comprehensive Immunization
NOTE TO JOURNALISTS
Please ensure you have downloaded the latest Zoom version and register with your name and media outlet.
Kindly note that only questions from media outlets will be taken. After registration, you should receive an email confirmation and the final link to join the press briefing.
Questions can be submitted in advance and live during the press briefing by raising your hand or by using the Q&A button.
Please connect at least 5 minutes prior to the start of the press briefing. If there are connection issues, please note that the press briefing will also be broadcast on YouTube (PAHO TV).
Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Portuguese and French.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Luciana Viegas: + 1 202 981-8455
Sebastián Oliel: +1 202 316-5679
Ashley Baldwin: +1 202 340-4025
mediateam@paho.org
www.paho.org
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) works with the countries of the Americas to improve the health and quality of life of its population. Founded in 1902, it is the world’s oldest international public health agency. It serves as the Regional Office of WHO for the Americas and is the specialized health agency of the Inter-American system.
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