Fortis Escorts, Okhla Launches Dedicated Adult Vaccination Clinic to Strengthen Preventive Healthcare

Fortis Escorts, Okhla Launches Dedicated Adult Vaccination Clinic to Strengthen Preventive Healthcare

New Delhi, 21st March 2025: Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, has launched a dedicated Vaccination Clinic to strengthen preventive healthcare and community well-being. The clinic was launched by Shri Pankaj Kumar Singh, Hon’ble Health Minister of Delhi in the presence of Fortis Healthcare dignitaries. The vaccination clinic will operate from Monday to Saturday between 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and will be led by Dr R S Mishra, Principal Director, Internal Medicine, Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, New Delhi.

The vaccination clinic aims to provide a wide range of adult immunization services while ensuring accessible and safe vaccination for the people, with a special focus on preventive healthcare for adults and the elderly. It will offer easy access to essential vaccines, safeguarding public health, reducing the burden of vaccine-preventable diseases, and ultimately enhancing community well-being. Furthermore, the clinic will serve as a trusted resource for individuals seeking expert consultation and immunization services. It will offer a comprehensive range of adult vaccinations, including Influenza, Hepatitis A & B, Pneumococcal, Typhoid, and Herpes/Shingles and more. These vaccines will play a crucial role in protecting individuals from preventable diseases and reducing morbidity and mortality, especially among adults and the elderly

Inaugurating the adult vaccination clinic at Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, Shri Pankaj Kumar Singh, Hon’ble Health Minister of Delhi, said, “The launch of the dedicated adult vaccination clinic is a great initiative as it will benefit the people of Delhi-NCR. Preventive healthcare is the need of the hour, and vaccination plays a vital role in safeguarding public health. We plan to implement a similar step in Delhi government hospitals. This initiative will ensure easy access to essential vaccines, helping protect individuals and improve overall public health outcomes.”

Dr R S Mishra, Principal Director, Internal Medicine, Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, New Delhi said, “Vaccination is an essential pillar of preventive healthcare. While childhood immunization is widely recognized, adult vaccination is often overlooked, despite its crucial role in preventing serious illnesses. Our Vaccination clinic aims to bridge this gap by providing a dedicated space for adult immunization and booster doses, ultimately enhancing public health outcomes. These vaccinations will provide protection against common vaccine-preventable diseases and offer preventive care for adults to reduce morbidity and mortality.”

Dr. Vikram Aggarwal, Facility Director, Fortis Escorts, Okhla Road, New Delhi said, “This dedicated Vaccination Clinic is a testament to our unwavering commitment to preventive healthcare. By expanding access to vital immunizations, we are not just treating diseases, we are preventing them, enhancing the quality of life for our community. Our aim is to create a health-conscious environment where every individual is protected and informed about the benefits of vaccination. This initiative aligns perfectly with our mission to lead in healthcare excellence and public health advocacy.”

In addition to disease prevention, the Vaccination Centre will ensure proper vaccine storage and handling and will be staffed by dedicated, trained personnel responsible for administering vaccines and managing documentation. Patients will be recommended vaccines after a thorough evaluation of their medical history, physical examination, and assessment of other relevant factors such as existing medical conditions and allergies.