A court in Pedra Azul, Brazil, issued a ruling requiring the parents of an unvaccinated six-month-old girl to take her for a medical evaluation at a public health facility. This decision was prompted by the Ministry of Public Affairs of Minas Gerais (MPMG) after it became evident that the infant had not received any vaccinations since birth, raising concerns for her health and well-being. The ruling was made on Thursday, December 19, under the supervision of the 2nd Civil, Criminal, and Youth Court of the comarca, which recognized the urgency of the situation and laid down a strict timeline for compliance.

The MPMG noted that their involvement with this case began back in October 2025, when the local guardianship council reported that the infant had not been given the necessary vaccinations around two and a half months of age. Following the judicial request by the MPMG, the court stated that there was sufficient legal basis to grant an emergency measure aimed at protecting the child's health. Parents were given a three-day deadline to present the infant for assessment, which could influence not just immediate medical interventions but also further legal ramifications for the child's guardians depending on the ensuing evaluations.

This court order underscores the importance placed on childhood vaccinations by Brazilian authorities as a measure for public health safety. By requiring immediate action, the ruling reflects a proactive stance by the legal system to ensure necessary health interventions are applied promptly—in this case, to address lapses in parental responsibility in securing healthcare for a vulnerable child. The situation draws attention to ongoing public health initiatives in Brazil regarding vaccination compliance and illustrates the role of healthcare oversight bodies in safeguarding children’s health rights.