| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5536883 | Vaccine | 2017 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Implementation of the pertussis booster dose in Finnish military conscripts was followed by a significant decrease in pertussis incidence both among the 19- to 21-year-old males and females, possibly reflecting herd immunity effect. Together with booster doses in adolescents this has resulted in low incidence in the whole population including infants. Our results support the implementation of the booster dose for conscripts. We recommend continuing monitoring pertussis epidemiology to optimize pertussis vaccination strategies in Finland.
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Authors
Viktor Zöldi, Jussi Sane, Hanna Nohynek, Maria Virkki, Tuula Hannila-Handelberg, Jussi Mertsola,