Assessment of adherence to pre-vaccination precautions and AEFI reporting practices during BCG vaccination in 4 hospitals in Ghana

The BCG vaccine, like all other vaccines, is associated with adverse events following immunization (AEFI). Reducing the incidence of AEFI is crucial in reposing confidence in BCG vaccination and reducing hesitancy associated with the vaccine. This requires safety precautions before and during vaccin...

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Main Authors: Peter Yamoah, Kofi Boamah Mensah, Neelaveni Padayachee, Varsha Bangalee, Frasia Oosthuizen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2023-01-01
Series:Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/21645515.2023.2199654