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Explanatory Factors of Vaccination Dropout Among Children Aged 12 to 23 Months in the Kikula Health Zone, Democratic Republic of Congo: Cross-Sectional Analytical Study

Abstract

Vaccination dropout between BCG and measles remains high in the Kikula Health Zone, driven primarily by lack of vaccination cards and maternal knowledge gaps. Administrative coverage data (>100%) mask substantial dropout, underscoring the need for improved documentation, maternal education, and targeted outreach. Programmatic implications include strengthening card management, deploying mobile vaccination units, and enhancing community reminders. Findings highlight the importance of addressing both demand and supply-side barriers to reduce dropout and improve equity in immunization coverage in the DRC.

Research topics

  • Immune responses and vaccinations
  • Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
  • Virology and Viral Diseases

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DOI: 10.2196/88879

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