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Tackling barriers to collective action for effective vaccination campaigns: rabies in rural Africa as an example

Veterinary Science

Tackling barriers to collective action for effective vaccination campaigns: rabies in rural Africa as an example

P. C. Lim, T. Lembo, et al.

This groundbreaking study by Putthi Cheat Lim, Tiziana Lembo, Katie Hampson, Joel Changalucha, Maganga Sambo, and Sayantan Ghosal explores effective strategies in boosting mass dog vaccination against rabies in Tanzania. By pairing innovative advertising techniques with operational enhancements, the research reveals significant improvements in vaccination coverage, shedding light on the critical role of awareness and understanding local challenges in public health.

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Abstract
Vaccination-based protection in populations vulnerable to infectious diseases represents a public good requiring collective action. This study investigated participation in mass domestic dog vaccination against rabies in Tanzania. Advertising interventions (text messaging and community leader engagement) and operational adjustments (increased vaccination stations, extended delivery times) were employed. Neither advertising strategy was effective alone; however, combined, they significantly improved vaccination coverage. Operational interventions greatly enhanced participation. Findings highlight the importance of both salience (making rabies risks apparent) and context (understanding beneficiary challenges).
Publisher
Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Jun 21, 2022
Authors
Putthi Cheat Lim, Tiziana Lembo, Katie Hampson, Joel Changalucha, Maganga Sambo, Sayantan Ghosal
Tags
vaccination
rabies
public health
Tanzania
community engagement
dog vaccination
infectious diseases

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