Vaccination rate in Romania has fallen below the critical threshold of 50%
Romania is facing a worrying situation in the field of public health, after official data showed a significant decrease in the immunization rate. Over the last two years, national vaccination coverage has dropped below the 50% threshold, a level considered dangerous by specialists for maintaining herd immunity.
This decline in the vaccination rate comes against the backdrop of growing public reluctance toward immunization schedules recommended by health authorities. Experts warn that such a low percentage of vaccinated individuals increases the risk of outbreaks of infectious diseases that, until recently, were under control in our country.
The Ministry of Health and family doctors are trying to identify the main causes of this phenomenon, which include misinformation online and difficulties in accessing medical services in rural areas. Authorities emphasize the importance of getting information from official sources and consulting a doctor to understand the benefits of vaccination in preventing serious complications.
In the coming period, authorities plan to launch more intensive information campaigns to explain the importance of immunization. The main objective is to increase awareness among parents and young people to ensure better protection of public health at the national level.