Abstract
During 2003-2006, diphtheria rates in Hyderabad, India, were higher among persons 5-19 years of age, women, and Muslims than among other groups. Vaccine was efficacious among those who received >/=4 doses. The proportion of the population receiving boosters was low, especially among Muslims. We recommend increasing booster dose coverage.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Child
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Child, Preschool
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Diphtheria / epidemiology*
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Diphtheria / immunology*
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Diphtheria-Tetanus Vaccine / administration & dosage
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Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine / administration & dosage*
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Drug Administration Schedule
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Female
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Humans
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Incidence
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India / epidemiology
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Infant
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Islam
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Male
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Mass Vaccination*
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Middle Aged
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Urban Population
Substances
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Diphtheria-Tetanus Vaccine
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Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine