As a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), the Ebola virus disease outbreak in West Africa has drawn huge global attention and response.

Numerous queries about immunization services and the risks they present have been raised. Tragically in some areas, there are reports of increased vaccine-preventable deaths, such as measles. In this context, practical guidance on immunization is needed.

The specific purpose of this document is to assist countries to:

• Maintain and/or restart immunization services;
• Continue to disseminate educational and social mobilization messages and contribute to Ebola surveillance;
• Provide guidance on infection prevention and control during vaccination.