Universal varicella vaccination increased the incidence of herpes zoster in the child-rearing generation as its short-term effect.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jdermsci.2018.07.003
Abstract: BACKGROUND Effects of universal varicella vaccination on the herpes zoster (HZ) incidence have not been elucidated. Universal varicella vaccination was introduced in Japan in October 2014. OBJECTIVE We investigated the effects of universal varicella vaccination… read more here.
Keywords: incidence; universal varicella; generation; vaccination ... See more keywords
Cost-effectiveness analysis of universal varicella vaccination in Turkey using a dynamic transmission model
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0220921
Abstract: Background In 2013, Turkey introduced one-dose universal varicella vaccination (UVV) at 12 months of age. Inclusion of a second dose is being considered. Methods We developed a dynamic transmission model to evaluate three vaccination strategies:… read more here.
Keywords: turkey; model; universal varicella; varicella vaccination ... See more keywords
Clinical and economic impact of universal varicella vaccination in Norway: A modeling study
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0254080
Abstract: Background Norway has not implemented universal varicella vaccination, despite the considerable clinical and economic burden of varicella disease. Methods An existing dynamic transmission model of varicella infection was calibrated to age-specific seroprevalence rates in Norway.… read more here.
Keywords: universal varicella; clinical economic; varicella; vaccine ... See more keywords