Vaccination in the Philippines: experiences from history and lessons for the future.
Hum Vaccin Immunother
; 17(6): 1873-1876, 2021 06 03.
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ABSTRACT
In anticipation of a potential vaccine for COVID-19, vaccine uptake may be critical in overcoming the pandemic, especially in countries like the Philippines, which has among the highest rates of infection in the region. Looking at the progress of vaccination in the country - its promises, pitfalls, and challenges - may provide insight for public health professionals and the public. The history of vaccination in the Philippines is marked by strong achievements, such as the establishment and growth of a national programme for immunization, and importantly, the eradication of poliomyelitis and maternal and neonatal tetanus. It is also marred by critical challenges which provide a springboard for improvement across all sectors - vaccine stock-outs,strong opposition from certain advocacy groups, and the widely publicized Dengvaxia controversy. Moving forward, with recent surveys having shown that vaccine confidence has begun to improve, these experiences may inform the approaches taken to address vaccine uptake. These lessons from the past highlight the importance of a strong partnership between health leaders and the local community, bearing in mind cultural appropriateness and humility; the engagement of multidisciplinary stakeholders; and the importance of foresight in preparing public health infrastructure for the arrival of a COVID-19 vaccine.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Vacinação
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Programas de Imunização
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Vacinas contra COVID-19
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COVID-19
Limite:
Humans
País/Região como assunto:
Asia
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Hum Vaccin Immunother
Ano de publicação:
2021
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Singapura
País de publicação:
EEUU
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ESTADOS UNIDOS
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ESTADOS UNIDOS DA AMERICA
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EUA
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UNITED STATES
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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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US
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USA