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Global routine vaccination coverage, 2014
MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
|November 13, 2015
Summary
Global immunization coverage for essential vaccines like DTP3 has remained strong at 86% since 2009. Strengthening vaccine stock management and utilizing routine visits are key to reducing vaccine-preventable diseases.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Global Health
Background:
- The World Health Organization’s Expanded Program on Immunization (WHO EPI) celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2014.
- Since 1974, global vaccine coverage for four core vaccines (BCG, DTP, poliovirus, measles) has risen from under 5% to over 85%.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess global immunization coverage rates for key vaccines in 2014.
- To highlight the importance of routine immunization services and identify strategies for strengthening immunization programs.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of global immunization coverage data for 2014.
- Assessment of coverage for DTP3, polio3, MCV1, and MCV2 vaccines.
Main Results:
- Estimated global DTP3 coverage was 86% in 2014, consistent with levels since 2009.
- Estimated global MCV2 coverage was 38% by 24 months and 56% including older children, similar to 2013 levels.
Conclusions:
- Sustaining high immunization coverage requires effective vaccine stock management.
- Leveraging opportunities like routine visits in the second year of life is crucial for strengthening immunization programs and reducing disease burden.
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