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Timeliness and completion rate of immunization among Nigerian children attending a clinic-based immunization service

Ayebo E Sadoh1, Charles O Eregie

  • 1Institute of Child Health, University of Benin, PMB 1154, Benin City, Edo state, Nigeria. ayebosadoh@yahoo.com

Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition
|June 11, 2009
PubMed

Insights

Many Nigerian children miss recommended vaccination schedules, with over 55% not fully immunized. Improving vaccine uptake requires enhanced health education and community mobilization efforts.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Immunization Practices

Background:

  • Vaccine-preventable diseases pose significant risks to child health.
  • Adherence to recommended immunization schedules is crucial for maximal protection.
  • Timely vaccination ensures optimal immune response and disease prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the timeliness and completion rates of childhood immunization schedules in Nigerian children.
  • To identify delays in vaccine receipt among the study population.
  • To provide recommendations for improving immunization coverage.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of clinic records for 512 Nigerian children.
  • Analysis of vaccination dates against recommended immunization schedules.
  • Calculation of vaccine timeliness and immunization completion rates.

Main Results:

  • Approximately 30% of children received their first immunization after four weeks of age.
  • Significant delays (18.9-65%) were observed for various vaccines compared to recommended ages.
  • Only 44.3% (227 out of 512) of the children were fully immunized according to the schedule.

Conclusions:

  • Substantial delays and incomplete immunization schedules are prevalent among Nigerian children.
  • Targeted health education and community mobilization are essential to improve vaccine uptake and timeliness.
  • Interventions should focus on both healthcare providers and community engagement to enhance immunization coverage.

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