Adolescent immunizations: policies to provide a shot in the arm for adolescents

J Adolesc Health. 2007 Aug;41(2):109-18. doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2007.04.004.

Abstract

With multiple vaccines for adolescents recently recommended and in various stages of development, the issue of how to effectively deliver immunizations to this age group has become increasingly important. This manuscript addresses some of the primary barriers and potential public health solutions to providing vaccinations effectively to adolescents. The foreseen complexities associated with each potential solution will be noted throughout; there remain potentially unforeseen ramifications as well.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Female
  • Health Policy / trends*
  • Humans
  • Immunization / economics
  • Immunization / standards
  • Immunization / trends*
  • Immunization Schedule
  • Meningococcal Vaccines

Substances

  • Meningococcal Vaccines