Myths and misconceptions as barriers to uptake of immunization services in Calabar, Cross River State of Nigeria
Context: Nigeria is presently one of only three countries in the world that are polio endemic. The immunization program in Nigeria has been marred by several factors including myths and misconceptions. Objective: The objective of this study was to identify myths and misconceptions that affect u...
Main Authors: | Etokidem AJ, Ndifon W, Ogaji D, Ebenso B, Nsan E, Ikpeme B |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nigerian Medical Association, Akwa Ibom State Branch
2014-07-01
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Series: | Ibom Medical Journal |
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Online Access: | https://ibommedicaljournal.org/index.php/imjhome/article/view/115 |
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