A systematic review of BCG vaccination policies among high-risk groups in low TB-burden countries: implications for vaccination strategy in Canadian indigenous communities

A systematic review of BCG vaccination policies among high-risk groups in low TB-burden countries: implications for vaccination strategy in Canadian indigenous communities

Abstract Background Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccination against tuberculosis (TB) is widespread in high-TB-burden countries, however, BCG vaccination policies in low-burden countries vary. Considering the uncertainties surrounding BCG efficacy and the lower likelihood of TB exposure in low-inc...

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Main Authors: Lena Faust, Yoko Schreiber, Natalie Bocking
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-11-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
BCG
Vaccination strategy
Tuberculosis
High-risk groups
Low-incidence countries
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-019-7868-9

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