Paediatric immunisation and chemoprophylaxis in a Ugandan sickle cell disease clinic

ConclusionsStandardised vaccination and antibacterial and antimalarial protective measures for young children at this central SCD clinic were incomplete, especially PCV ‐10 for age ≥24 months, and often late. Child age, but not general maternal demographics, were associated with vaccination and chemoprophylaxis. Clinic‐based oversight may improve timely uptake of these preventative measures.

Source: Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health - November 9, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Chung ‐Jen Chen, Sabrina Bakeera‐Kitaka, Ezekiel Mupere, Philip Kasirye, Deogratias Munube, Richard Idro, Heather Hume, Betsy Pfeffer, Philip LaRussa, Nancy S Green Tags: Original Article Source Type: research