The effect of mHealth on childhood vaccination in Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Vaccine-preventable diseases are the public health problems in Africa, although vaccination is an available, safe, simple, and effective method prevention. Technologies such as mHealth may provide maternal access to health information and support decisions on childhood vaccination. Many studies on the role of mHealth in vaccination decisions have been conducted in Africa, but the evidence needs to provide conclusive information to support mHealth introduction. This study provides essential information to assist planning and policy decisions regarding the use of mHealth for childhood vaccination.

Methods

We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis for studies applying mHealth in Africa for vaccination decisions following the Preferred Reporting Items for S

SUBMITTER: Gilano G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10880990 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature