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Why Aren't We Achieving High Vaccination Rates for Rotavirus Vaccine in the United States?
Acad Pediatr
May 2022
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (MM Cortese, JE Tate, JL St. Pierre, and MC Lindley), Atlanta, Ga.
Article Synopsis
- RV vaccine coverage for US infants is below 80%, with pediatricians revealing several barriers to administering the first dose.
- The survey of pediatricians found that parental concerns about vaccine safety and a desire to defer vaccination were significant obstacles.
- Recommendations include addressing issues like missed vaccinations before discharge from the nursery and ensuring infants are seen for well care visits on time to improve immunization rates.