Global childhood immunization coverage inches forward despite conflict and hesitancy

In 2025, 90% of infants globally—116 million children—received at least one dose of DTP vaccine, and 85%—110 million—completed the full three-dose series. Zero-dose children fell by nearly 750,000 in the past year, representing measurable progress despite ongoing barriers.

Coverage remains one point below 2019 levels, and dropout rates are rising among children who start but don't complete vaccination schedules, offsetting gains in reach. There still dire consequences from the dismantling of USAID, but the progress reported here is encouraging.