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To study the Parental awareness of the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in the routine immunization program for the prevention of pneumococcal diseases | |
Dr. Tribhunesh Yadav, Dr. Saksham Srivastav | |
Aim:To study the Parental awareness of the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine in the routine immunization program for the prevention of pneumococcal diseases. Materials and Methods: This research used a semi-structured questionnaire that included both open-ended and closed-ended items. Prior to commencing data collection, informed permission for the research was obtained and validated. Information was gathered on socioeconomic and demographic factors. The parents were requested to provide information on the vaccination facility and the distance from their house in order to assess their knowledge of the available vaccination centers in their vicinity. The vaccination status with PCV was compared to the information on the immunization card. Results:A study was conducted with a total of 200 parents (either fathers or mothers). The study found no significant relationship between the parents' level of education and their awareness of PCV. However, the study did find a statistically significant association between parents' awareness of PCV and their children's eligibility for and possession of an immunization card. Conclusion: The current research has shown that parental knowledge of PCV in the regular immunization regimen has a significant impact on the vaccination status of their children. The provision of suitable programmatic assistance, widespread acceptance of vaccines, the presence and accessibility of vaccination centers all contribute positively to the immunization status of children. |
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