Determinants of uptake of childhood immunization in Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Immunization is among the most impactful, effective, and cost-effective public health interventions for preventing deaths and illnesses associated with several childhood infectious diseases worldwide. Given the protective effect of immunization and the observed low immunization coverage in Nigeria, it is essential to evaluate immunization coverage and identify factors influencing its uptake in this region. This study examined the determinants of childhood immunization in Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria.

Methods

This community-based cross-sectional survey was conducted in Gboko between June and August 2024 among 446 mothers and caregivers of children aged 12-23 months. Participants were recruited using a multistage sampling technique, and data were collected through an

SUBMITTER: Iba B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12619140 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature