Children enrolled in Universal Immunization Programs observe improvements in terms of age-appropriate height and weight as per results of a study focused on 4 year old children in India. On an average height and weight deficits were reduced by 22-25% and 15% respectively.
Full Citation:
Anekwe, T.D., Kumar, S.. 2012. The effect of a vaccination program on child anthropometry:evidence from India’s Universal Immunization Program.. Journal of Public Health. 34(4).
Title of Article: The effect of a vaccination program on child anthropometry:evidence from India’s Universal Immunization Program.
Author(s): Anekwe, T.D., Kumar, S.
Publication Year: 2012
Publication Name: Journal of Public Health
Publication Volume: 34(4)
Publication Source URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22611261/
DOI (Digital Object Identifier): 10.1093/pubmed/fds032