South Africa Launches Child Vaccination Campaign

"The doctor praised for re-energizing South Africa's Health Ministry launched a major campaign Monday to get vaccinations and immunity-boosting vitamins to 3 million children across the country over the next two weeks. Temporary clinics were set up and health workers were going door-to-door for two weeks starting Monday in the campaign aimed at reducing deaths from diarrhea, pneumonia and measles. Health Minister Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi joined teams of medical workers in a northeastern area, saying 'It is of concern to us that our under-5 children are still dying from preventable diseases' in Africa's most developed country. Motsoaledi, appointed in May, has earned praise for his willingness to listen, acknowledge the mistakes of the past and offer new ideas after taking over a ministry accused of failing -- on AIDS in particular."