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ReviewHealth services research and managerial epidemiology

Developing Adult Vaccination Ecosystem in India: Current Perspective and the Way Forward.

Canna Jagdish Ghia, Gautam Sudhakar Rambhad

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  1. Prevalence of hepatitis B infection and its associated factors in rural South India: Response to correspondence.Indian journal of gastroenterology : official journal of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology · 2026
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5 · Who and what money

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2 authors.

Canna Jagdish GhiaMedical and Scientific Affairs, Pfizer Limited, Mumbai, India.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9839-3209
Gautam Sudhakar RambhadMedical and Scientific Affairs, Pfizer Limited, Mumbai, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionA high burden of vaccine-preventable diseases, increasing elderly population, immunosenescence, and emerging drug resistance emphasize the need for robust adult immunization in India. While immunization guidelines from various societies exist, there is inadequate implementation of the same.

aimWe undertook this narrative review of the adult vaccination ecosystem in India to (i) gain insights into existing adult vaccination practices, (ii) identify barriers to adult vaccination and possible solutions, and (iii) improve collaboration between various stakeholders to help establish adult vaccination centers in the country.

resultsBesides the high cost and lack of insurance coverage, the lack of adult vaccination centers contributes to the low coverage of adult immunization. DISCUSSION: These challenges can be addressed through multiple approaches including community awareness and immunization programs, setting up mobile vaccination vans, patient/consumer education, and adequate training of healthcare providers. Successful implementation of these strategies requires active collaboration between the government, hospitals, different stakeholders, and policymakers.

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adult vaccinationadult vaccination centershealthy agingimmunosenescencerecommendationsvaccine-preventable diseases

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PMCPMC8267034

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