Evaluation Of Intensive Pulse Polio Immunization in District Dang During 2008

Abstract

Two rounds of pulse polio immunization in January and February 2008 were evaluated in rural areas of Dang district. Randomly selected team members of 24% booths and teams working during house to house activity were interviewed. Approximately 78% of eligible children were immunized on booths whereas remaining eligible were covered during house to house activity. In January & February 2008 round, tOPV was used for immunization purpose. Utilizers of booth services received information about these rounds mainly from health worker/anganwadi worker and television. During house to house activity, few unimmunized children were found. Adequate manpower with proper training and community mobilization can improve the coverage.

Keywords

• India
• Pulse polio immunization
• Vaccine vial monitor
• Dang district
• tOPV