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Immunisation and Disease Prevention: Overcoming Coverage Gaps
Jalal-Eddeen Abubakar Saleh ·
Summary
Written by AI, not yet AICS's view · claude-sonnet-5-5This book chapter looks at immunisation in Nigeria, where coverage gaps leave many children open to diseases that vaccines can prevent. It describes cultural, economic and geographical barriers to reaching children. It discusses ways to reach zero-dose children, including combining immunisation with other health services. It also covers the role of disease surveillance and early detection in preventing outbreaks, and draws on success stories and best practices.
Key points
- Significant immunisation coverage gaps persist in Nigeria, leaving millions vulnerable to preventable diseases.
- Cultural, economic and geographical barriers hinder widespread coverage.
- Integrating immunisation with other health services is emphasised as a way to reach zero-dose children.
- Disease surveillance and early detection systems are discussed as important for preventing outbreaks.
Limitations
Only the abstract is available, so no data, methods or specific findings can be checked. The chapter appears to be a review or discussion and does not describe a tested intervention.
Abstract
Immunisation remains one of the most effective public health interventions, yet in Nigeria, significant gaps in coverage persist, leaving millions vulnerable to preventable diseases. This chapter examines the current state of immunisation in Nigeria, highlighting the challenges that hinder widespread coverage, including cultural, economic, and geographical barriers. It explores strategies for reaching zerodose children, emphasising the importance of integrating immunisation efforts with other health services. Additionally, the chapter discusses the role of disease surveillance and early detection systems in preventing outbreaks. By analysing success stories and best practices, this chapter offers insights into overcoming the barriers to achieving high immunisation coverage in Nigeria and other developing nations.