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An Evaluation of Polio Supplemental Immunization Activities in Kano, Katsina, and Zamfara States, Nigeria: Lessons in Progress
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11 01 2014
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Source: J Infect Dis. 210(Suppl 1):S91-S97
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Alternative Title:J Infect Dis
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Description:Background.
As 1 of 3 remaining poliovirus-endemic countries, Nigeria has become key to the global polio eradication effort. We evaluated supplemental immunization activities, including team performance, communications/mobilization activities, and vaccine acceptance, in 3 high-risk states.
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We used structured survey and observation instruments, document review, and stakeholder interviews.
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Observations or surveys were conducted at 1697 households. Vaccine acceptance ranged from 87%–94%; among households rejecting polio vaccine, 38% of mothers sought measles vaccine for their children. Teams performed between 4%–42% of assigned tasks.
Conclusions.
Acceptance is high but teams have a critical role in surmounting residual vaccine resistance.
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Pubmed ID:25316881
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Pubmed Central ID:PMC11361741
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Volume:210
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