Seroprevalence of measles and natural rubella antibodies among children in Bangui, Central African Republic

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Passively acquired maternal antibodies are necessary to protect infants against circulating measles virus until they reach the eligible age of vaccination. Likewise, high levels of population immunity must be achieved and maintained...

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Main Authors: Daba Régis, Sosler Stephen, Kipela Jean, Manirakiza Alexandre, Gouandjika-Vasilache Ionela
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-05-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/327