Prevalence and predictors of immunization in a health insurance plan in a developing country

Sinno, Durriyah; Shoaib, Hikma; Musharrafıeh, Umayya; Hamadeh, Ghassan

doi:10.1111/j.1442-200x.2008.02769.x

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“…We speculated that education is an intermediate factor that affects other vaccine acceptance-related factors [11]. Previous studies also demonstrated that education could be a promoter [19][20][21][22] or a barrier [23][24][25] for a vaccination. We found that education attainment was correlated with knowledge regarding to EVD.…”

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Public acceptance of a hypothetical Ebola virus vaccine in Aceh, Indonesia: A hospital-based survey

Harapan¹,

Anwar²,

Ferdian³

et al. 2017

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Public acceptance of a hypothetical Ebola virus vaccine in Aceh, Indonesia: A hospital-based survey

Harapan¹,

Anwar²,

Ferdian³

et al. 2017

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“…Other studies in resource-limited settings observed similar vaccination rates. 40,41 However, accurate estimation of vaccine coverage can be affected by recall bias and the inability of some caregivers to present their child's immunization card. Many of these vaccines require a cold chain or are given as a multidose series, two logistical hurdles that make achieving effective protection in remote communities challenging.…”

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Needs, Acceptability, and Value of Humanitarian Medical Assistance in Remote Peruvian Amazon Riverine Communities

Sánchez

Halsey

Bayer

et al. 2015

The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene

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Abstract. Much debate exists regarding the need, acceptability, and value of humanitarian medical assistance. We conducted a cross-sectional study on 457 children under 5 years from four remote riverine communities in the Peruvian Amazon and collected anthropometric measures, blood samples (1-4 years), and stool samples. Focus groups and key informant interviews assessed perspectives regarding medical aid delivered by foreigners. The prevalence of stunting, anemia, and intestinal parasites was 20%, 37%, and 62%, respectively. Infection with multiple parasites, usually geohelminths, was detected in 41% of children. The prevalence of intestinal parasites both individual and polyparasitism increased with age. Participants from smaller communities less exposed to foreigners expressed lack of trust and fear of them. However, participants from all communities were positive about foreigners visiting to provide health support. Prevalent health needs such as parasitic infections and anemia may be addressed by short-term medical interventions. There is a perceived openness to and acceptability of medical assistance delivered by foreign personnel.

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“…Mothers may perceive that the vulnerability to disease lessens with older age considering the first dose as the main source of protection whereas boosters are regarded as add-ons. Subsequent non-compliance will result and their children will be lost to follow up [37].…”

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Measles and mumps outbreaks in Lebanon: trends and links

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Background: Lebanon has experienced several measles and mumps outbreaks in the past 20 years. In this article, a case-based surveillance of both measles and mumps outbreaks in Lebanon was carried out in an attempt to outline factors contributing to the failure of elimination plans and to provide potential solutions. The relationship between the outbreaks of both diseases was described and explored. Methods: A retrospective descriptive study of confirmed cases of measles and mumps in Lebanon between 2003 and 2018 collected from the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health Epidemiological Surveillance Unit public database was carried out. The information collected was graphically represented taking into consideration dates of reported cases, age groups affected, and vaccination status. Results: The mean number of measles cases was 150.25 cases/year in the 1-4 years age group, 87 cases/year in individuals aging between 5 and 14, and 63.68 cases/year in those > 14 years old. In the latter group, only 18.05% were unvaccinated. The mean number of mumps cases was 30.4 cases/year in the < 4 year age group and 53.8 cases/year in the 10-19 years age group. During the study period, every spike in measles cases was followed by a similar spike in mumps. 9.66% of measles cases occurred in individuals who received at least 2 doses of the vaccine, 52.26% in the unvaccinated, and 38% in those whose vaccination status was undetermined. Conclusions: Measles in Lebanon is a disease of the pediatric population, but adults remain at risk. Outbreaks of mumps followed those of measles and were mainly among adolescents. Presence of a large number of Syrian refugees in the country may further complicate the situation. Vaccination activities need to be intensified.

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Prevalence and predictors of immunization in a health insurance plan in a developing country

Cited by 23 publications

References 23 publications

Public acceptance of a hypothetical Ebola virus vaccine in Aceh, Indonesia: A hospital-based survey

Public acceptance of a hypothetical Ebola virus vaccine in Aceh, Indonesia: A hospital-based survey

Needs, Acceptability, and Value of Humanitarian Medical Assistance in Remote Peruvian Amazon Riverine Communities

Measles and mumps outbreaks in Lebanon: trends and links

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