According to the congenital rubella syndrome eradication program, the first
priority for rubella vaccination is offered to which of the following group?
a) All female children at one year
b) All non pregnant women
c) All non pregnant women of age 15 to 34
d) All adolescent non pregnant girls 15 to 24 years of age
Correct Answer - C
The first and foremost priority has been given to the group of all non-pregnant women
between the ages 15 and 34 for rubella vaccination. The other three options are suitable
age groups.
Ref: Park’s Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine 19th edition; pages 130 - 131