Introducing seasonal influenza vaccine in low-income countries: an adverse events following immunization survey in the Lao People's Democratic Republic

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• Alternative Title:
  Influenza Other Respir Viruses
• Personal Author:
  Phengxay, Manilay ; Mirza, Sara A. ; Reyburn, Rita ; Xeuatvongsa, Anonh ; Winter, Christian ; Lewis, Hannah ; Olsen, Sonja J. ; Tsuyuoka, Reiko ; Khanthamaly, Viengphone ; Palomeque, Francisco S. ; Bresee, Joseph S. ; Moen, Ann C. ; Corwin, Andrew L.
• Corporate Authors:
  Lao PDR Field Epidemiology Training Cohort Team
• Description:
  Objective
  
  In 2012, Lao PDR introduced seasonal influenza vaccine in pregnant women, persons aged ≥50 years, persons with chronic diseases, and healthcare personnel. We assessed adverse events following immunization (AEFI).
  
  Methods
  
  We used a multistage randomized cluster sample design to interview vaccine recipients.
  
  Findings
  
  Between April and May 2012, 355 902 were vaccinated. Of 2089 persons interviewed, 261 (12·5%) reported one or more AEFI. The most commonly reported AEFIs were local reactions. No hospitalizations or deaths were reported; 16% sought medical care. Acceptance and awareness of vaccination were high.
  
  Conclusions
  
  Following the introduction of seasonal influenza vaccine in Lao PDR, self-reported adverse events were mild.
  
  
• Subjects:
  Adverse Events Following Immunization Chronic Disease Female Health Personnel Humans Immunization Programs Influenza, Human Influenza Vaccine Influenza Vaccines Male Middle Aged Pregnancy Seasons Self Report Short Article Vaccination

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• Source:
  Influenza Other Respir Viruses. 2015; 9(2):94-98.
• Pubmed ID:
  25598475
• Pubmed Central ID:
  PMC4353322
• Document Type:
  Journal Article
• Funding:
  5U51IP000583/IP/NCIRD CDC HHS/United States
• Place as Subject:
  Laos
• Volume:
  9
• Issue:
  2
• Collection(s):
  CDC Public Access
• Main Document Checksum:
  urn:sha256:4591d32e8600b16560316f46eaa2be073a8ef70d08adab55f5e4c0c42e26fb3c
• Download URL:
  https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/29003/cdc_29003_DS1.pdf
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