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Gauahar Khan Urges Parents to Consider Meningococcal Vaccination

Gauahar Khan Urges Parents to Consider Meningococcal Vaccination
Gauahar Khan raises awareness about Meningococcal Meningitis in children · thehansindia.com

Gauahar Khan is encouraging parents to learn about meningococcal meningitis.

It is a serious illness that can affect children.

In her video, she said it can become dangerous very quickly.

She also said it may harm the brain and spine.

Gauahar explained that doctors can help parents understand how to prevent it.

She asked parents to talk with their paediatricians about vaccination.

Her message focuses on children aged nine months or older.

Gauahar and her husband, Zaid Darbar, have two sons.

Key facts

Health issue
Meningococcal meningitis in children
Recommended discussion
Parents should consult their paediatrician about vaccination.
Age mentioned
Children aged nine months or older
Reported progression
Gauahar said the disease can claim a child’s life within 24 hours of the first symptom appearing.
Global statistic cited
The video states that meningococcal meningitis affects one life every two minutes globally.
Vaccine history cited
Gauahar said the vaccine has been trusted for more than 50 years and recommended in more than 50 countries.
Family
Gauahar Khan and Zaid Darbar have two sons, Zehaan and Farwaan.

Quotes

Gauahar Khan

Actress and awareness campaign participant

“As parents, we do everything we can to protect the moments our children will cherish forever. That’s why awareness and timely vaccination matter. Meningococcal Meningitis can progress rapidly, but prevention through vaccination can help protect your child.”
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“When I visited my paediatrician, I learned about meningococcal meningitis. It is a type of brain fever that damages the outer lining of the brain and the spine and can claim a child’s life within 24 hours of the first symptom appearing.”
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