Increased uptake of immunization for vaccine-preventable diseases, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, could save the lives of thousands of mothers and children each year. The disease burden of tetanus, influenza, and pertussis has been minimized in many countries through maternal immunization, but wider applications of this strategy are now needed.
Full Citation:
Steedman, M.R., Kampmann, B., Schillings, E., et al. 2016. Strategies to boost maternal immunization to achieve further gains in improved maternal and newborn health. Health Affairs. 35(2).
Title of Article: Strategies to boost maternal immunization to achieve further gains in improved maternal and newborn health
Author(s): Steedman, M.R., Kampmann, B., Schillings, E., et al
Publication Year: 2016
Publication Name: Health Affairs
Publication Volume: 35(2)
Publication Source URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=26858385
DOI (Digital Object Identifier): 10.1377/hlthaff.2015.1090