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This viewpoint aims to identify barriers to vaccination in prisons and highlight opportunities for improving access and uptake.

Behind bars, beyond barriers: a viewpoint on vaccination challenges and opportunities in prison settings

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This viewpoint examines vaccination barriers and strategies in prison settings, highlighting ethical implications and health equity.

This viewpoint aims to identify barriers to vaccination in prisons and highlight opportunities for improving access and uptake.
Narrative discussion based on international and regional literature
Analysis of policy documents from WHO and UNODC
Examination of ethical, human rights, and public health implications
Case studies from European and global contexts
Identified barriers include overcrowding, limited healthcare, high inmate turnover, and individual distrust
Evidence supports interventions like peer-led health promotion and opt-out vaccination strategies
Despite national performance, significant gaps in vaccination exist in correctional facilities
Highlighted the need for equity-driven research and harmonized surveillance systems

Ramos et al. (2026) studied this question.

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