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Factors Affecting Access To Immunization Services In The Integrated Outreach Model: A Case Study Of Loima Sub County

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  • Daniel Esimit Echakan

  • Mr. Musa Oluoch

  • Mr. Ben Osuga

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Purpose: The study aimed at assessing the factors affecting access to immunization services through the outreach model of service delivery. Methodology: The study used a cross sectional design which involved collection of both qualitative and quantitative data. A total of 349 households with children 0≤23 months were interviewed and further information obtained through review of health records both at facilities and Sub County level. Healthcare providers and Sub County Health Management Teams were interviewed. Data was analyzed by use of SPSS and presented in graphs, tables and charts. Findings: The study has found that the immunization services provided through the outreach model has impacted positively on the levels of immunized children in the Sub-County considering that the majority of the population is made up of nomadic people. This therefore translates to improved health care for both mother and child. Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study recommends that the outreach programme should be supported by more logistical assistance in regards to the transportation for vaccines as well as for mobilization to the community. Keywords: Access, immunization services, integrated outreach

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  • Daniel Esimit Echakan & Mr. Musa Oluoch & Mr. Ben Osuga, 2018. "Factors Affecting Access To Immunization Services In The Integrated Outreach Model: A Case Study Of Loima Sub County," Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing, IPR Journals and Book Publishers, vol. 3(2), pages 37-58.
    • Handle: RePEc:bdu:ojjhmn:v:3:y:2018:i:2:p:37-58:id:678
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