The Ministry of Health has updated the vaccination calendar: free vaccination against 11 infections for children and adults

Free Vaccination in Ukraine

According to ХВИЛЯ: The Ministry of Health of Ukraine announces free vaccination according to the updated National Vaccination Calendar, which includes 11 infections. The updated Calendar-2026 provides protection against diseases such as:

• tuberculosis
• hepatitis B
• polio
• diphtheria
• pertussis
• tetanus
• Hib infection
• measles
• rubella
• epidemic mumps
• HPV

Vaccination for children under 18 years old is free, ensuring their protection against the mentioned infections. In particular, the vaccination against pertussis is provided free of charge to children under 7 years old. Additionally, adults can also receive free revaccination against diphtheria and tetanus, which is conducted every 10 years. It is important to note that all missed vaccination doses can be caught up for free, allowing every citizen to take advantage of this opportunity to strengthen their health.

The Importance of Vaccination

Updating the National Vaccination Calendar is an important step in ensuring epidemiological safety in Ukraine. The free vaccination system will not only help reduce the incidence of dangerous infections but also improve the overall health level of the population. Such initiatives can play a key role in preventing outbreaks of infectious diseases that can have serious health consequences for citizens.