Publications by authors named "Mekonnen Terferi"
Article Synopsis
- * Each study has a unique methodology and geographical focus, reflecting the diverse epidemiology of salmonellosis, which helps inform policymakers about introducing typhoid conjugate vaccines (TCVs).
- * The findings aim to assess the impact of TCVs after their deployment and improve global disease burden estimates, emphasizing the need for sustainable vaccination policies and surveillance systems.
Background: The World Health Organization now recommends the use of typhoid conjugate vaccines (TCVs) in typhoid-endemic countries, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, added TCVs into the portfolio of subsidized vaccines. Data from the Severe Typhoid Fever in Africa (SETA) program were used to contribute to TCV introduction decision-making processes, exemplified for Ghana and Madagascar.
Methods: Data collected from both countries were evaluated, and barriers to and benefits of introduction scenarios are discussed.