Determinants of vaccination coverage and adherence to the Greek national immunization program among infants aged 2-24 months at the beginning of the economic crisis (2009-2011)

摘要: Childhood immunization has significantly reduced the incidence of vaccine preventable diseases. Parental mistrust over safety been associated with refusal creating barriers on coverage. Recently, economic crisis imposed additional impediment. Study aim was to evaluate coverage among infants 2-24 months old in Athens metropolitan area at beginning (2009-2011). Overall, 1,667 were enrolled (mean age 13 months). Less than 5% parents admitted omitting or postponing vaccination secondary their beliefs. Although acceptable for most vaccines, lower rates found some newer vaccines such as hepatitis A and rotavirus. Multiple regression analysis indicated that parental age, occupational, educational statuses family size independently 6 12 months. Interestingly, lack insurance not missed doses. Incomplete socioeconomic factors. It becomes apparent, reassessing priorities under current situation may be needed.