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Lessons from a school-based vaccination response following a Diphtheria outbreak in eThekwini district, SA
Azipheli E Ngongoma1, Moherndran Archary1,2
1Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa.
Southern African Journal of Infectious Diseases
|September 4, 2024
Summary
A school vaccination campaign during a 2018 diphtheria outbreak in eThekwini rapidly increased vaccine coverage. Community engagement is crucial for hesitant populations to ensure outbreak control.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Immunization Practices
Background:
- Diphtheria outbreaks pose a significant threat to vulnerable populations.
- The eThekwini district experienced a diphtheria outbreak between April and May 2018.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a school-based vaccination response during a diphtheria outbreak.
- To evaluate the successes and challenges of this outbreak response strategy.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a school-based vaccination campaign targeting children and adolescents.
- Monitoring vaccine coverage rates within the school setting.
Main Results:
- The school-based vaccination response successfully increased vaccine coverage.
- The study identified key successes and challenges in implementing the vaccination drive.
Conclusions:
- School-based vaccination can be an effective strategy for rapid outbreak response.
- Addressing vaccine hesitancy through enhanced community engagement is vital for sustained public health interventions.
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