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Advances and challenges for the expanded programme on immunization

F T Cutts1

  • 1WHO Collaborating Centre for the Clinical Evaluation of Vaccines in Developing Countries, Infectious and Tropical Disease Department, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK.

British Medical Bulletin
|November 27, 1998
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Vaccination prevents millions of deaths annually from diseases like measles and pertussis, with polio nearly eradicated globally. Continued efforts and tailored immunization programs are crucial for global health security.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Vaccination averts over 3 million deaths yearly from measles, neonatal tetanus, and pertussis.
  • Significant progress includes polio eradication in the Americas and near-elimination of measles.
  • Global poliomyelitis incidence has decreased by over 80% since 1988.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evolution and impact of immunization strategies.
  • To highlight ongoing efforts in vaccine supply, quality, and development.
  • To address challenges in achieving universal immunization coverage.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of global immunization data and trends.
  • Review of evolving immunization strategies and disease surveillance.

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  • Assessment of vaccine supply chain and quality assurance efforts.

    • Main Results:

    • Polio has been eliminated in the Americas, and measles is nearing elimination.
    • Reported polio incidence has declined significantly worldwide.
    • Challenges remain, with low coverage in populous developing nations and parts of Africa.

    Conclusions:

    • Immunization programs require tailoring to country-specific economic and health system development.
    • Sustained support from industrialized nations is vital for expanding immunization and strengthening health systems.
    • New vaccines and evolving target groups necessitate adaptive immunization strategies.