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  • Jul 18, 2024
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U-WIN PORTAL: REVOLUTIONISING CHILDHOOD VACCINATION MANAGEMENT

Why in the news?

  • “India’s U-Win portal aims to digitally track and improve childhood vaccination rates, launching nationwide on August 15.”
  • Replaces manual vaccination cards with a digital system.
  • ASHA workers, nurses, and midwives register children on the platform.
source:crackittoday

About U-WIN Portal:

  • Electronic Registry: U-WIN aims to maintain a digital record of routine immunizations.
  • Pilot Mode: Currently active in all states and Union Territories except West Bengal.
  • Vaccination Tracking: Captures every immunisation event for pregnant women and children under the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP).
  • Timely Vaccinations: Ensures timely vaccine doses for all pregnant women and children aged 0-5 years.
Key Features of U-WIN Portal:

  • Generates QR-based e-vaccination certificates.
  • Records pregnancy details, newborn registration, immunisation events.
  • Real-time updates on vaccination status and delivery outcomes.
  • Citizens self-register, choose centres, schedule appointments via web or app.
  • Automated SMS alerts for confirmations, doses, and reminders.
  • Facilitates creation of Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs.
  • Supports frontline workers in maintaining accurate records for pregnant women and children.

What is Immunisation ?

  • Definition: Immunisation protects against disease through vaccination.
  • Process: Involves administering a vaccine to stimulate the immune system.
  • Usage: Often synonymous with vaccination or inoculation.

Associated Article:

https://universalinstitutions.com/health-ministrys-100-day-agenda-ayushman-expansion-u-win-rollout/