[Study of vaccination for travel shows: serious gaps in polio, diphtheria and tetanus vaccination].
In a retrospective study, we analyzed the immune status of 1134 travellers (621 males, 513 females), by comparing actual with recommended vaccinations, in particular with regard to malaria. 61.6% of travellers showed complete immunization against diphtheria, 73.3% against tetanus, and 66.3% against polio. Overall, women have better immunization rates than men. The best immunization rates were seen in young adults (< 20 years). The majority of travellers had destinations in Africa (35.2%), Asia (21.95) and South America (20.9%). Accordingly, vaccinations for yellow fever and hepatitis were the most commonly indicated and implemented vaccinations, and more than 50% received antimalarial chemoprophylaxis.
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Institut für Medizinische Virologie und Impfambulanz, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt/Main. B.Ludwig@em.uni-frankfurt.de
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D000328:Adult; D004165:Diphtheria / Q000517:prevention & control*; D015721:Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D005260:Female; D005858:Germany; D006801:Humans; D017589:Immunization Programs; D008297:Male; D011051:Poliomyelitis / Q000517:prevention & control*; D012307:Risk Factors; D013742:Tetanus / Q000517:prevention & control*; D014195:Travel
D015721:Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine