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Rotavirus vaccine introduction positively impacted coverage and timing of other vaccines

An analysis of rotavirus vaccine introduction in two Latin American countries (Honduras and Peru) suggests that the introduction of the vaccine might have had a favorable impact on coverage and timing of other similarly scheduled vaccinations.

Full Citation:
Schweitzer, A., Pessler, F. and Akmatov, M.K.. 2016. Impact of rotavirus vaccination on coverage and timing of pentavalent vaccination – experience from two Latin American countries. Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics. 12(5).

Title of Article: Impact of rotavirus vaccination on coverage and timing of pentavalent vaccination – experience from two Latin American countries

Author(s): Schweitzer, A., Pessler, F. and Akmatov, M.K.

Publication Year: 2016

Publication Name: Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics

Publication Volume: 12(5)

Publication Source URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4963056/

DOI (Digital Object Identifier): 10.1080/21645515.2015.1127486

Topics: Health System Strengthening

Disease Vaccines: Rotavirus

Countries: Honduras | Peru

WHO Regions: Americas