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To evaluate the coverage rates of three pediatric vaccines in Southern Italy from 2016 to 2022, focusing on pandemic effects.

February 21, 2026Medical Science Monitor0 citationsOpen Access

Evaluation of Coverage Rates of 3 Pediatric Vaccines (Measles-Mumps-Rubella, Hexavalent, and Varicella) in a Southern Italian Province (2016-2022): Effect of the Pandemic and Interregional Comparisons

ESEmanuela SantoroUniversity of Salerno RMRoberta ManenteOspedali Riuniti San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d'Aragona MNMichele NappaUniversity of Salerno

Key Points

To evaluate the coverage rates of three pediatric vaccines in Southern Italy from 2016 to 2022, focusing on pandemic effects.
Analysis of vaccination data from 2016-2022
Comparisons of coverage rates between interregional areas
Assessment of impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on vaccine uptake
Coverage rates for vaccines showed a significant decline during the pandemic period
Interregional differences identified, with some areas significantly lower than others
Post-pandemic trends indicate a slow recovery in vaccination rates

Abstract

Evaluation of Coverage Rates of 3 Pediatric Vaccines (Measles-Mumps-Rubella, Hexavalent, and Varicella) in a Southern Italian Province (2016-2022): Effect of the Pandemic and Interregional Comparisons - Article abstract #951332

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