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[Routine vaccination in childhood]

D Desgrandchamps1

  • 1Pädiatrische Universitätsklinik, Basler Kinderspital.

Therapeutische Umschau. Revue Therapeutique
|March 11, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Switzerland updated its vaccination schedule in 1996, introducing new pertussis vaccines and combination vaccines. The schedule now includes additional doses and recommends a second Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine dose for enhanced protection.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Immunology
  • Pediatrics

Context:

  • Revisions to the Swiss national immunization program implemented in spring 1996.
  • Introduction of acellular pertussis vaccines to minimize adverse effects.
  • Integration of combination vaccines for Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTP), and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib).

Purpose:

  • To detail significant modifications in the Swiss vaccination schedule.
  • To enhance vaccine efficacy and safety through updated vaccine types and dosing.
  • To improve individual and community protection against vaccine-preventable diseases.

Summary:

  • The updated schedule incorporates acellular pertussis vaccines, allowing for additional doses at ages 2 and 4-7 years.
  • Combination vaccines for DTP and Hib are now considered, simplifying administration.
  • A second dose of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended between 4-7 years to bolster immunity.

Impact:

  • Expected increase in vaccination coverage and individual immune protection.
  • Reduced incidence of side effects associated with pertussis vaccination.
  • Anticipation of a future recommendation for adolescent Hepatitis B vaccination in 1998.

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