October 12, 2025Open Access

Experiences of Parents and Healthcare Workers on Childhood Vaccination Coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Western Urban Area of Sierra Leone

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Vaccination coverage significantly declined during the COVID-19 pandemic, with notable reductions in several vaccines.
Statistically significant associations were found between the pandemic and a drop in vaccination for multiple vaccine antigens.
A mixed-methods approach utilizing both quantitative and qualitative data provided a comprehensive view of vaccination impacts.
Barriers identified included fear of COVID-19 among caregivers and the denial of vaccination services by healthcare workers.

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Mixed-methods study reveals significant drop in immunisation coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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