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  • Public Health
  • Immunology

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  • Immunization is crucial for child survival and preventing infectious diseases.
  • The Expanded Programme of Immunization (EPI) aims to provide essential vaccines globally.
  • Assessing vaccine coverage is vital for identifying gaps and improving public health strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the exact immunization coverage for six EPI vaccines and Hepatitis B vaccine in children under five at a military station.
  • To identify unimmunized children within the study population.
  • To analyze factors influencing immunization rates, such as vaccine type, age, and socioeconomic status.

Main Methods:

  • A house-to-house survey was conducted at a military station from December 2000 to February 2001.
  • The study included all children under five years of age, excluding officers' children.
  • Data on vaccination status for EPI vaccines and Hepatitis B were collected and analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Overall, 84.2% of children were completely immunized for the six EPI vaccines.
  • Only 22.4% of children were immunized against Hepatitis B.
  • Coverage varied by vaccine, with BCG at 93% and DPT/OPV(B) at 83%, showing a decline with age.
  • Immunization coverage increased with rank, from 80.3% in Sepoys to 97% in Junior Commissioned Officers.

Conclusions:

  • Immunization coverage for EPI vaccines in the military station is generally satisfactory.
  • Significant gaps exist in Hepatitis B vaccination coverage.
  • Targeted interventions are necessary to improve overall vaccine uptake, particularly for Hepatitis B and vaccines administered at later ages.