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4217.0: Tuesday, November 9, 2004: 2:30 PM-4:00 PM | |||
Oral | |||
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This session considers immunization financing and sustainability factors. Different factors influencing immunization costs and effectiveness are presented with examples from several countries. Strategic thinking about immunization programs is highlighted through benchmarking performance and best practices presentations. | |||
Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of the session, participants will be able to (1) describe immunization best practices, and (2) discuss factors related to immunization costs. | |||
Patricia A. Taylor, MPH | |||
Introductory Remarks | |||
What Does It Cost to Increase Immunization Coverage?: Evidence from India Logan E. Brenzel, PhD | |||
Vaccination Effectiveness during Two Measles Outbreaks in Rural China: Implications for Outbreak Control Strategies in Developing Countries Ying Guo, Yi Wang, Qing-Tang Li | |||
Benchmarking immunization performance in Africa Joseph F. Naimoli, ScD, Shilpa Challa | |||
Best Practices in Financial Sustainability Plans for Immunization Programs Marty Makinen, PhD | |||
Discussion | |||
See individual abstracts for presenting author's disclosure statement and author's information. | |||
Organized by: | International Health | ||
Endorsed by: | Health Administration | ||
CE Credits: | CME, Health Education (CHES), Nursing |