13.5mn kids didn’t get even single vaccine in Ist year in 2025: WHO-Unicef report

In 2025, over 13.5 million children worldwide didn't receive any vaccines in their first year, with India accounting for nearly 700,000 of these "zero-dose" kids, according to the WHO-UNICEF report. This alarming statistic highlights significant gaps in global immunization efforts, raising concerns about the potential resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases. The report underscores the urgent need for improved healthcare access and vaccination programs, especially in underserved regions, to prevent future public health crises.