Determinants of childhood immunisation coverage in urban poor settlements of Delhi, India: a cross-sectional study

Conclusions Immunisation coverage in this urban poor area was much lower than that of regional surveys reporting overall urban data. Socioeconomic status of the household, female illiteracy, health awareness and gender inequality were important determinants of coverage in this population. Hence, in addition to enhancing the infrastructure for providing mother and child services, efforts are also needed to address these issues in order to improve immunisation coverage in deprived urban communities. Trial registration number CTRI/2011/091/000095.
Source: BMJ Open - Category: Journals (General) Authors: Tags: Open access, Paediatrics, Public health Research Source Type: research