Introduction
Each year PAHO reviews the data submitted by countries in the PAHO-WHO/UNICEF Joint Immunization Reporting Form (JRF). The JRF is the global monitoring tool through which official immunization data is shared as well ass the main mechanism for collecting information on the 2030 Immunization Agenda and the Regional Immunization Action Plan (RIAP) which is in development, which is aligned with the strategic document Revitalize immunization as a public good for Universal Health.
In order to ensure that the benefits of immunization reach all people in the region equitably, we appreciate putting into practice the Resolutions on strengthening immunization programs and the recommendations issued by the Governing Bodies of PAHO on the same theme. We are at your disposal to provide technical support in whatever is required.
Indicators
Trends of key indicators of DTP3, 2013-2022
Analysis
- Coverage with DPT3 in 2022 was 81%, the same as the coverage reported on 2021. Slightly recovering from the decreasing trend of recent years.
- In 2022, 64.3% of municipalities reached 80% or more DPT3 coverage; the remainder municipalities did not reach the goal.
- Dropout rate shows a decrease in regards to 2021. In 2022, the dropout rate reached an 6.9%, meaning that 7 percent of children vaccinated with the first dose of DPT did not complete their vaccine schedule with DPT3.
Coverage for DTP3 by Country, 2022
Percentage of municipalities per country achieving at least 80% DTP3 vaccination coverage, 2022
International Evaluation
Last PAI’s international evaluation year: 2011.
Additional Tools
| New available tools | Objective | Advantages | How to access? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance monitoring tool for the EPI (Expanded Program on Immunization). | Comprehensive self-administered modern assessment of the 13 components of the EPI. | - Standarized - Vision of continuous improvement. - Linked to an action plan. - More agile application than the previous tool. |
Starts with a country’s request to the corresponding PAHO office. |
| Systematization guide for the use of geolocation tools to optimize coverage. | Apply systematic tools to locate the unvaccinated or under-vaccinated and close gaps. | - Allows for accurate detection of unvaccinated individuals. - Different uses can be adapted to countries. - In the medium and long term, it saves resources. |
Starts with a country’s request to the corresponding PAHO office. Training sessions will be scheduled by subregion in 2024. |
| Courses related to Routine Immunization on the Virtual Campus of PAHO (Pan American Health Organization). | Train healthcare personnel in the essential concepts of the immunization program. | - Flexible - Easy access - Free and open access - Technical excellence - Ongoing Health Education |
- Measles outbreak in the post-elimination era: Case study Spanish - Preparedness for a rapid response to measles and rubella outbreaks Spanish - Tools for monitoring coverage of integrated public health interventions. Vaccination and deworming for geohelminthiasis Spanish and English - Crisis communication related to vaccine safety and vaccination: technical guidance Spanish, English, Portuguese, and French |
| Courses related to COVID-19 Immunization on the Virtual Campus of PAHO (Pan American Health Organization). | Train healthcare personnel in the essential concepts of COVID-19 vaccination operations in an emergency context. | - Flexible - Easy access - Free and open access - Technical excellence - Ongoing Health Education |
- Introduction to COVID-19 vaccine: Guidance on determining priority groups and microplanning Spanish and English - Training for healthcare personnel on COVID-19 vaccination Spanish and Portuguese - Surveillance of events allegedly attributable to vaccination or immunization (ESAVI) Spanish |
References
PAHO-WHO/UNICEF Joint Immunization Reporting Form (JRF). Downloaded on September 10,2023