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1New South Wales Corrections Health Service, Population Health Unit, PO Box 150, Matraville, New South Wales 2036, Australia. awofeson@chs.health.nsw.gov.au
Abstract:
The opportunities and problems for hepatitis B vaccination programmes in prison settings are discussed. In particular, the advantages of modelling are stressed and an active case-finding approach is advocated. Measures for maintaining good case-holding are also discussed, and a 0, 1, 2 months vaccination regimen with 20 microg doses of vaccine is advocated for prison settings. A higher reference level for inferring adequate immunization is also recommended, with booster injections for inmates who do not meet the higher reference after a primary course of vaccination.
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