Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10970143 | Vaccine | 2010 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Multiple health priorities, limited human resources and logistical capacities, as well as expensive vaccines with limited funds available increase the need for evidence-based decision making in immunization programs. The aim of the Supporting Independent Immunization and Vaccine Advisory Committees (SIVAC) Initiative is to support countries in the establishment or strengthening of National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups (NITAGs) that provide recommendations on immunization policies and programs (e.g., vaccination schedules, improvements of routine immunization coverage, new vaccine introduction, etc.). SIVAC, a program funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is based on a country-driven, step-by-step process that ensures its support is tailored to country needs and emphasizes NITAG sustainability. SIVAC supports countries by reinforcing the capacities of the NITAG scientific and technical secretariat and by providing specific support activities established in consultation with the country and other international partners. Additionally, SIVAC and partners have built an electronic platform, the NITAG Resource Center, that provides information, tools, and briefings to NITAGs and the immunization community.
Keywords
NITAGSIVACNational Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NITAG)ImmunizationEvidence-based decision makingSupporting Independent Immunization and Vaccine Advisory CommitteesWorld Health OrganizationUnited Nations Children's FundAdvisory committeeWHONational Immunization Technical Advisory GroupUNICEF
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Authors
Kamel Senouci, Julia Blau, Batmunkh Nyambat, Papa Coumba Faye, Lara Gautier, Alfred Da Silva, Michael O. Favorov, John D. Clemens, Philippe Stoeckel, Brad D. Gessner,