Impact of BCG Vaccination Disruptions During the COVID-19 Pandemic on Tuberculosis Incidence in Infants: A Nationwide Study in Brazil
Procianoy GS, Cotrim MW, Cia LO, Behar PRP
Journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society · 2024-03
Abstract
Pandemic-related disruptions led to lower Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine coverage in Brazil. This study highlights a link between reduced vaccinations and increased tuberculosis pulmonary and extrapulmonary cases in infants. Addressing vaccine hesitancy and ensuring healthcare stability is vital for mitigating impacts.
MeSH terms
- Humans
- Tuberculosis
- BCG Vaccine
- Vaccination
- Incidence
- Infant
- Brazil
- Pandemics
- COVID-19