Strengthening routine immunization systems to improve global vaccination coverage
Open Access
- 3 February 2015
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in British Medical Bulletin
- Vol. 113 (1), 5-14
- https://doi.org/10.1093/bmb/ldv001
Abstract
Global coverage with the third dose of diphtheria–tetanus–pertussis vaccine among children under 1 year of age stagnated at ∼ 83–84% during 2008–13. Annual World Health Organization and UNICEF-derived national vaccination coverage estimates. Incomplete vaccination is associated with poor socioeconomic status, lower education, non-use of maternal-child health services, living in conflict-affected areas, missed immunization opportunities and cancelled vaccination sessions. Vaccination platforms must expand to include older ages including the second year of life. Immunization programmes, including eradication and elimination initiatives such as those for polio and measles, must integrate within the broader health system. The Global Vaccine Action Plan (GVAP) 2011–20 is a framework for strengthening immunization systems, emphasizing country ownership, shared responsibility, equity, integration, sustainability and innovation. Immunization programmes should identify, monitor and evaluate gaps and interventions within the GVAP framework.Keywords
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