Post by : Shakul
The Ministry of Health in Vietnam has rolled out Circular 13/2026/TT-BYT to enhance vaccination efforts nationally. This regulation increases the number of diseases included in the compulsory vaccination initiative, aiming to boost public health through wider vaccine access and improved management systems.
As per the new circular, vaccines for 14 illnesses will be made mandatory under Vietnam's Expanded Immunization Program. The conditions include Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Haemophilus influenzae type b infection, Measles, Rubella, Japanese encephalitis, Rotavirus diarrhea, Pneumococcal disease, and Human papillomavirus infection. Furthermore, the Ministry retains the ability to add more diseases if deemed necessary.
The announcement also covers 11 infectious diseases that will require compulsory vaccination during epidemic prevention phases. These include Diphtheria, Polio, Pertussis, Rubella, Measles, Cholera, Japanese encephalitis, Rabies, Influenza, and COVID-19, with additional diseases to be considered as recommended by the World Health Organization and future government decisions.
Health authorities stated that the new circular implements tighter vaccination management protocols to ensure accuracy and transparency within the healthcare framework. The vaccination database will encompass personal details of vaccinated individuals, including parents or guardians for minors, along with necessary medical information under preventive guidelines.
Under the revised policy, local health stations will collaborate with community agencies to update and maintain lists of eligible individuals for mandated vaccination. National vaccination facilities will be tasked with issuing individual vaccination tracking numbers and ensuring prompt updates within the National Vaccination Information Management System to minimize duplicate records and enhance oversight.
Voluntary vaccine recipients will also be recorded in the digital vaccination management system. Facilities offering voluntary immunization must keep precise records and ensure all data is accurately uploaded to the national database. Distinct procedures will apply to those under the Ministry of Public Security and Ministry of National Defense.
Vietnamese health officials believe these updated regulations will bolster disease prevention, enhance healthcare collaboration, and support the nation's long-term public health goals. The government highlights that expanding vaccination coverage is crucial in safeguarding communities against infectious diseases and ensuring national health security in the years ahead.
This circular will formally come into effect on July 1, 2026, and healthcare organizations are gearing up to enforce the updated vaccination protocols and management systems ahead of the implementation date.
English
