Journal article
Forewarning of poliovirus outbreaks in the horn of Africa: an assessment of acute flaccid paralysis surveillance and routine immunization systems in Kenya
Although the Horn of Africa region has successfully eliminated endemic poliovirus circulation, it remains at risk for reintroduction. International partners assisted Kenya in identifying gaps in the polio surveillance and routine immunization programs, and provided recommendations for improved surveillance and routine immunization during the health system decentralization process.
Authors
- Allison Taylor Walker
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Samir Sodha
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- Kibet Sergon
- Shem Kiptoon
- John Ogange
- Abdi Hassan Ahmeda
- Messeret Eshetu
- Melissa Corkum
- Satish Pillai
- Heather Scobie
- Rennatus Mdodo
- Danielle M. Tack
- Cara Halldin
- Kristie Appelgren
- Katrina Kretsinger
- Diana M. Bensyl
- Ian Njeru
- Titus Kolongei
- Juliet Muigai
- Amina Ismail
- Samuel O. Okiror
Languages
- English
Publication year
2014
Journal
J Infect Dis.
Volume
1
Type
Journal article
Categories
- Service delivery
Diseases
- Polio
Countries
- Africa
- Kenya
Tags
- Distribution system
- Outbreak
WHO Regions
- African Region
