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All topics that do not fall into the other categories like. a broad overview of immunization as a health intervention for instance.

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Sorry I missed the deadline.Proposed TechNet 21 Topice 2. suggestions: 1. Supportive supervision as a training methodology and how to make it work 2. Panel on presentations. How relevant are the opinions of VPPAC and IPAC and PSPQ on what... Technet21 Consultation- Invitation to propose topics
May-14-12 14:40
Last post by: Julie Milstien

Cold chain equipment and cold chain equipment management

Refrigerators, freezers, ice packs, cold boxes, vaccine carriers, temperature monitoring devices, inventories of cold chain equipment, repair and maintenance, Performance, Quality and Safety (PQS) of cold chain equipment, estimation of cold chain storage space requirements.

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If a solar designer tried to use the Autonomy Tool to size a True Energy BLF 100DC they would have a number of obstacles. When applying the autonomy tool the first step is to calculate the size of array needed to power the refrigerator with the... The Autonomy Tool and Direct Drive Systems
May-11-12 01:04
Last post by: Larry Schlussler

Logistics and programmatic issues related to new vaccine introduction

Logistics and programmatic issues related to new vaccine introduction: HPV, Japanese encephalitis, Hib, rotavirus, Pneumococcal vaccines.

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[i]Cross-posted from the February 2012 Global Immunization News issue. Many thanks. [/i] 29/02/2012 from Jhilmil Bahl, WHO HQ As the introductions of Pneumo and Rota vaccines in 2012 are fast approaching, training materials are being developed... Pneumococcal and rotavirus vaccines training materials provided by WHO
Mar-15-12 17:07
Last post by: Moderator

Distribution systems, transportation and stock management

Transport, subsidiary stores, stock management systems (push, pull), storage, warehousing, frozen vaccine and the shake test.

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[i]by Kristina Lorenson, PATH[/i] Regional distribution centers (RDCs) may be a realistic option for countries that distribute large quantities of vaccines and need to invest in cold chain infrastructure, according to a report by project... Assessing the benefits of regional distribution centers
Apr-17-12 04:46
Last post by: Optimize.WHO

Injection technology, injection safety and waste management

Injection safety and technologies: spray, intradermal, needle-free methods, AD syringes, sterilization, needle sticks, etc. Health Care Waste Management (HCWM): waste disposal, safety boxes, re-cycling, hub cutters, incineration, landfill, environmental impact, etc.

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Excerpts from a discussion on another forum about adverse events following immunization (AEFI) data collection. [i]Dhruv wrote:[/i] A wise option. Why don't we develop a cellphone-based VAERS? [i]Prabir wrote:[/i] See... SMS-based AEFI reports
Apr-25-12 04:12
Last post by: prabirkc

Vaccine presentation, packaging and wastage

Vaccine presentation, packaging volumes, labelling, visual clues, Vaccine Vial Monitors (VVMs), vaccine wastage and vaccine wastage rates.

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This is a very important topic and I would encourage you so send in your ideas and experiences on how vaccine wastage rates can be reduced. Nearly two years ago a study was published that analysed pentavalent wastage rate in 20 different... Vaccine Wastage
Dec-31-11 09:30
Last post by: James Cheyne

Logistics Management Information Systems, software and tools

Logistics Management Information Systems (LMIS), immunization registries, use of handheld digital devices and more software tools.

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Effective Vaccine Management (EVM) Initiative

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[i]Many thanks to Mojtaba Haghgou for suggesting that this summary be posted here. Cross-posted from the [url=http://new.paho.org/hq/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3130&Itemid=3504&lang=en]PAHO Immunization Newsletter[/url], December... Paraguay’s evaluation of the VSSM
May-16-12 09:09
Last post by: Moderator

Immunization delivery strategies

Immunization schedules, WHO policies, Immunization strategies, immunization coverage, communication and advocacy, immunization financing, Controlled Temperature Chain (CTC, formerly OCC), multi dose vaccine vial policy (MDVP), integration of routine and campaign strategies.

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[i]Many thanks to Diana Chang Blanc for sharing this information with the forum![/i] Dear colleagues, ... Please find below the web link to the “first batch” of the WHO Information Sheets on Observed Rates of Vaccine Reactions. We would... WHO information sheets on observed rates of vaccine reactions
Apr-24-12 05:53
Last post by: Moderator

Personnel management and training

Human resource capacity, technical and managerial training, supportive supervision, and professionalization of supply chain managers.

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Tanzania is among the 11 Sub-Saharan (SSA) countries that have recorded significant progress in reducing child mortality through several interventions including immunization services. Sustaining this immunization gains (and the overall reduction... Using community health attendants in the health service delivery
Dec-02-11 07:16
Last post by: Dr David Manyanga