Universal immunization programs have been shown to improve the height and weight measurement markers associated with malnutrition

Malnutrition is a leading contributor to morbidity and mortality during humanitarian emergencies, and a cyclical relationship exists between malnutrition and infectious diseases. Universal immunization programs have been shown to improve the height and weight measurement markers associated with malnutrition.

Full Citation:
Close, R.M., Pearson, C., Cohn J.. 2016. Vaccine-preventable disease and the under-utilization of immunizations in complex humanitarian emergencies.. Vaccine. 34(39).

Title of Article: Vaccine-preventable disease and the under-utilization of immunizations in complex humanitarian emergencies.

Author(s): Close, R.M., Pearson, C., Cohn J.

Publication Year: 2016

Publication Name: Vaccine

Publication Volume: 34(39)

Publication Source URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27527818

DOI (Digital Object Identifier): 10.1016/j.vaccine.2016.08.025

Topics: Conflict & Humanitarian Emergencies | Global Issues

Disease Vaccines: Diarrhea | Pneumonia

Countries: Global