School-based immunization policy compliance in preschools of Karachi, Pakistan: An explanatory sequential mixed-method study
Saira Samnani,
Syed Iqbal Azam,
Narjis Rizvi
Abstract:Background
Healthcare providers in schools play a crucial role in ensuring student wellness and maintaining effective communication with parents regarding their children's health. In 2022, the Government of Pakistan introduced the national school-based immunization policy, but the factors affecting policy compliance and the role of preschool healthcare providers in it are still unexplored. Thus, the study aims to assess the implementation of the school-based immunization policy in preschools, considering the … Show more
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