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  • Healthcare Management
  • Infectious Disease Control

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  • Rapid COVID-19 evolution necessitated swift mass vaccination campaigns.
  • Lack of specific guidelines prompted investigation into Massive Vaccination Center (MVC) requirements.
  • Multidisciplinary groups addressed minimum requirements for MVCs starting December 2020.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a scalable model for Massive Vaccination Center (MVC) layout design.
  • To provide a framework for efficient and safe implementation of vaccination hubs.
  • To address the need for adaptable vaccination center designs.

Main Methods:

  • Acquisition of process data from an experimental vaccination hub.
  • Review of scientific literature, existing guidelines, and international examples of MVCs.
  • Definition of functional and space requirements for a standard and scalable MVC layout.

Main Results:

  • A compact MVC layout with improved wayfinding and safety, reducing cross-contamination risks.
  • Efficient vaccine lines with a central dilution area.
  • Modular and scalable design (400-12000 m2) ensuring optimal vaccination capacity and staff well-being.

Conclusions:

  • The modular MVC layout was adopted into regional legislation.
  • The developed model provides a foundation for effective mass vaccination strategies.
  • Further research comparing international MVC layouts is recommended.