Assessing Vaccine Coverage and Barriers to Immunization Among Pregnant Individuals in Uruguay: A Brief Report
This study evaluates vaccine coverage rates and identifies barriers to influenza and pertussis immunization among pregnant individuals in Uruguay. Despite free and accessible vaccination, coverage remains low due to lack of medical recommendations and unawareness. Enhancing healthcare professional training and public awareness is essential to improve immunization rates and safeguard maternal and infant health.
Authors
- Mónica Pujadas (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6396-5163)
- Marcos Delfino
- Catalina Pírez (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6165-0678)
- Federica Badia
- Beatriz Paladino (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9510-2015)
Institutions
- Universidad de Montevideo (UY)
Publication Details
- Journal
- The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal
- Published
- 2025-02-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/inf.0000000000004658
- Primary Topic
- Influenza Virus Research Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00