Alhaffar, Mervat; Abdelmagid, Nada; Dahab, Maysoon; Nor, Barni; Checchi, Francesco; Singh, Neha S; (2024) “In working with vaccines, you have the impression that you're working with gold, and that it's a protected field”: A qualitative study on childhood vaccination decision-making in crisis-affected settings. SSM - health systems, 3. p. 100021. ISSN 2949-8562 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssmhs.2024.100021
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Abstract
Background: The governance of childhood vaccination in crisis-affected populations presents distinctive and intricate challenges and has been criticized for being inadequate. In this study, our aim was to investigate the existing practices related to decision-making on vaccination in crisis-affected settings and develop practical suggestions for enhancing these. Methods: We followed a qualitative research approach, conducting 31 remote semi-structured interviews with individuals involved in humanitarian vaccination efforts and stakeholders operating at global, regional, and national levels. We used a thematic approach using a mix of inductive and deductive coding to analyse the data while applying the Governance Analytical Framework (GAF). Results: Our research indicates that decision-making in crisis-affected settings suffers from a lack of structure, documentation, and transparency. Participants highlighted the presence of diverse and conflicting agendas among different stakeholders and the insufficiency of timely, reliable data crucial for effective decision-making. As solutions, participants recommended improved coordination among stakeholders and emphasized the need for meaningful engagement of local actors. Conclusion: The study uncovered a fragmented, disorganised and complex governance landscape of vaccination services in crisis-affected settings spanning multiple levels and involving various actors. To improve this landscape, it is crucial to intensify efforts to ensure fairness, accountability and effectiveness.
Item Type | Article |
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Faculty and Department |
Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health > Dept of Infectious Disease Epidemiology & International Health (2023-) Faculty of Public Health and Policy > Dept of Global Health and Development |
Research Centre | Centre for Maternal, Reproductive and Child Health (MARCH) |
Elements ID | 227493 |
Official URL | http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ssmhs.2024.100021 |
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