Factors influencing vaccine uptake in Germany.
While vaccines have virtually eliminated many infectious diseases in Germany, vaccination coverage in children, adolescents and adults is still unsatisfying. This situation is mainly due to inadequate remuneration of vaccination services, structural deficits in the health care system and a lack of motivation. Political support and leadership would most likely be able to change this situation.
Schmitt
H J
HJ
Zentrum Präventive Pädiatrie, Johannes Gutenberg Universität, Langenbeckstrasse 1, 55101, Mainz, Germany. schmittj@kinder.klinik.uni-mainz.de
D005858:Germany; D006801:Humans; D014611:Vaccination