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[Rubella in 1998]
J Sitarska-Gołebiowska1, M P Czarkowski
1Zakład Epidemiologii, Państwowego Zakładu Higieny, Warszawa.
Insights
Poland saw a significant three-fold decrease in rubella cases in 1998, with high vaccination rates among schoolgirls contributing to this success. This reduction highlights the effectiveness of public health interventions against the rubella virus.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Immunization
Context:
- Rubella incidence in Poland during 1998 showed a substantial decline compared to the 1997 outbreak.
- The study details the epidemiological surveillance data for rubella in Poland for the year 1998.
Purpose:
- To report the incidence of rubella and congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) in Poland in 1998.
- To analyze the age-specific incidence rates and hospitalization data for rubella cases.
- To present vaccination coverage rates among schoolgirls in 1998.
Summary:
- In 1998, Poland registered 43,239 rubella cases (111.8/100,000), a threefold reduction from 1997, with 4 CRS cases reported.
- Children under 14 accounted for 94.1% of cases, with the highest incidence in the 5-9 age group (790.1/100,000).
- Vaccination rates among 13-15-year-old schoolgirls were high, exceeding 97.3%.
Impact:
- Demonstrates the impact of vaccination programs on reducing rubella incidence.
- Provides crucial data for ongoing public health strategies and rubella surveillance in Poland.
- Highlights the importance of maintaining high vaccination coverage to prevent outbreaks.
Abstract:
In 1998 in Poland the incidence rate of rubella has been reduced three times in comparison with 1997 outbreak. 43,239 rubella cases (111.8/100,000) were registered, including 4 CRS cases (1.0/100,000 live births). 148 persons (0.34% of all cases) were hospitalised. 94.1% of cases were children under age of 14. The highest incidence rate was noted in the group of age 5-9 (790.1/100,000). The following rate of vaccinated schoolgirls was reported in 1998: 97.3% in-group of 13-year old, 97.3%--14 y.o. and 98.9%--15 y.o.