Strategies to eradicate rubella in the English-speaking Caribbean.

摘要: Objective. This report presents the strategies used to eradicate rubella in Caribbean region and challenges faced by that effort. Methods. Using surveillance system for measles cases was instituted all countries Community (CARICOM), 12 confirmed of between 1992 1996. Rubella infections occurred epidemic proportions 6 during period. Results. On basis prevalence data, rubella-congenital syndrome (CRS) cost-benefit analysis, cost-effectiveness mass campaign, Council Human Social Development CARICOM resolved, on April 21, 1998, every effort would be made rubella, as well prevent occurrence new CRS end 2000. Pan American Health Organization's template eradication, proposed implemented main campaigns were conducted 18 countries. The forget population, which included males females (aged 20-40 years), approximately 2.2 million. Conclusion. major eradication are altaining high vaccine coverage adult population maintaining an effective able detect activity.