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Rising anti-vaccine sentiment in Indonesia undermines child immunisation efforts
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In 2026, full infant coverage reached only 12 per cent of the annual target in the first quarter, which falls short of the 21 per cent target.
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JAKARTA – The Health Ministry in Indonesia has been grappling with rising anti-vaccine narratives and misinformation surrounding vaccination, which have hindered efforts to boost uptake as childhood immunisation coverage remains below national targets.
A renewed measles vaccination drive following a recent outbreak in several regions has fuelled public debate over vaccine necessity and effectiveness, exposing resistance among some parents who refuse immunisation for their children.
