The Centre of Excellence (CoE) strives to strengthen community protection against vaccine-preventable diseases by encouraging the adoption of adult vaccination.
Gujarat, Anand – 26 July 2024: Pfizer India and Zydus Hospital, Anand have collaborated to inaugurate a dedicated Centre of Excellence (CoE) for adult vaccination. With a diverse range of offerings encompassing protection against several vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs), such as Pneumococcal disease, Influenza, Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), and Hepatitis A and B, among others, the CoE represents a vital step taken to promote widespread adult vaccination coverage across the region.
In a significant stride towards bolstering public health, Zydus Hospital Anand proudly unveils its pioneering Vaccination Centre, a sanctuary for comprehensive immunization solutions tailored for all age groups, in the presence of Honourable Mr. Yogesh Patel, Anand, MLA.Mr. Pragnesh Gor, Centre Head of Zydus Hospital Anand, underscores the centre’s pivotal role as a premier destination for individuals and families seeking holistic vaccination services.”Our commitment to holistic care extends beyond immunization; we’re here to empower individuals with knowledge and confidence,” Mr. Pragnesh Gor underscores.
Dr. Santosh Taur, Director Medical Affairs, Pfizer Vaccines, said, “At Pfizer, our mission is to advance public health and help more people live disease-free lives. Scaling up the adoption of adult vaccination across the community forms an important piece in this puzzle. Through our newly launched Centre of Excellence, in collaboration with Zydus Hospital, we are reinforcing our commitment to amplifying awareness and accelerating access to immunization against vaccine-preventable diseases. This is a key step to strengthen India’s healthcare delivery, infrastructure, and support both healthcare practitioners and patients along their journey to holistic care and informed health-seeking behaviour.”
Dr. Rajiv Paliwal (Consultant Pulmonologist), Dr. Maulik Shah (Consultant Nephrologist) &Dr. Viren Shah, (Consultant Internal Medicine Specialist), Zydus Hospital Anand, emphasizes the centre’s pivotal role in bridging critical healthcare gaps. With a focus on convenience and accessibility, the centre aims to streamline the vaccination journey for parents, offering a hassle-free experience for routine childhood immunizations and specialized adolescent vaccines. From routine influenza shots to specialized immunizations for travel or workplace requirements, the centre’s expert staff ensures personalized recommendations tailored to individual health profiles and lifestyle needs. Beyond vaccination services, the centre prioritizes patient education and support, offering dedicated counsellors to address queries and concerns.
In India, roughly 95% of VPD-related deaths occur in adults.[i] Adult vaccination is a proven, effective tool to strengthen people’s layered defence against infections, avoid health complications, and enhance their quality of life. This is especially important in the case of at-risk individuals, such as those with Chronic Lung disease (COPD & Asthma), Diabetes, Chronic Heart Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, or other immunocompromised conditions. However, awareness and adoption of adult immunization in India continues to be low. The CoE in Zydus Hospital, Anand will play an important role to equip healthcare professionals with the latest, science-backed information on the long-term benefits of adult immunization, guiding them to help promote its community-wide adoption.
