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V Bhatia1, H M Swami, V K Bhan

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Indian Journal of Pediatrics
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This study assessed manpower use during the Pulse Polio Campaign (PPI). Findings suggest better staff deployment, especially in the last two hours, can improve polio eradication efforts.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Immunization Programs

Background:

  • The Pulse Polio Campaign (PPI) aimed for near 100% coverage to eradicate poliomyelitis.
  • Over 100,000 children under five were targeted in the Union Territory of Chandigarh.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the utilization patterns of manpower during the Pulse Polio Campaign.
  • To identify strategies for enhancing PPI coverage through optimal workforce deployment.

Main Methods:

  • A stratified random sample of 16 out of 240 polio centers was selected.
  • Observing teams collected data on child attendance and staff presence from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Data on 14,858 children were analyzed to understand campaign dynamics.

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Main Results:

  • Nearly 50% of children received polio drops in the first three hours; only 5% visited in the last two hours.
  • Average manpower per center (5-6 staff) exceeded the recommended four.
  • Limited house visits were conducted by staff, except for some volunteers in slum areas.

Conclusions:

  • Optimizing manpower utilization, particularly during low-attendance periods, is crucial for achieving high PPI coverage.
  • Targeted outreach to unimmunized children in the final hours can significantly boost campaign success.
  • Effective workforce management is key to eradicating poliomyelitis.