Commentary on "Maternal immunization: clinical experiences, challenges, and opportunities in vaccine acceptance"

Hum Vaccin Immunother. 2014;10(9):2574-5. doi: 10.4161/21645515.2014.970073. Epub 2014 Nov 13.

Abstract

Immunization during pregnancy is an important and effective public health strategy. Obstetrician-gynecologists should start thinking of themselves as vaccinators and develop systems approaches to facilitate vaccination for women both during and outside of pregnancy. The importance of a strong provider recommendation is key.

Keywords: immunization; influenza; pertussis; pregnancy; vaccination; vaccine.

Publication types

  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Bacterial Vaccines / administration & dosage*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Immunity, Maternally-Acquired*
  • Immunization / methods*
  • Immunization / statistics & numerical data*
  • Influenza Vaccines / administration & dosage*
  • Patient Acceptance of Health Care*
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications, Infectious / prevention & control*

Substances

  • Bacterial Vaccines
  • Influenza Vaccines