The report discusses the importance of strengthening national immunization programs to control vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) and achieve Millennium Development Goal 4. It highlights the need for universal vaccination coverage, especially in low-income countries, and the role of new vaccines like pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) and rotavirus vaccine (RV) in reducing child mortality. The report emphasizes the need for strong management, political commitment, and reliable financing for routine immunization programs. It also discusses the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation's commitment to vaccines and the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI).
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