Universal hepatitis B vaccination of UK adolescents: a feasibility and acceptability study

J. C. Bramley*, L. A. Wallace, S. Ahmed, R. Duff, W. F. Carman, S. O. Cameron, N. R. Kitchin, M. W. Watson, D. J. Goldberg

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Abstract

The feasibility of introducing universal hepatitis B immunisation was assessed by offering the vaccine to all 11-12 year old pupils in Greater Glasgow (approximately 10,800). Consent was received from 92% of the school roll, and 91.3%, 89.2% and 80.3% received at least 1, at least 2, and 3 doses respectively. The findings of this study constitute key evidence for the ongoing debate in the UK on hepatitis B vaccination.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)318-320
Number of pages3
JournalCommunicable disease and public health / PHLS
Volume5
Issue number4
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2002
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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