Journal article
A bibliometric analysis of childhood immunization research productivity in Africa since the onset of the Expanded Program on Immunization in 1974
Immunization research productivity in Africa is highly skewed, with private health expenditure having a significant positive association. However, the current contribution of authors from Africa to global childhood immunization research output is minimal. The lack of association between research productivity and immunization coverage may be an indication of lack of interactive communication between health decision-makers, program managers and researchers; to ensure that immunization policies and plans are always informed by the best available evidence.
Languages
- English
Publication year
2013
Journal
BMC Medicine
Volume
11
Type
Journal article
Categories
- Programme management
Countries
- Egypt
- Gambia
- Kenya
- Nigeria
- South Africa
Tags
- Communications
- Policy and legislation
WHO Regions
- African Region
- Eastern Mediterranean Region
