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Interventions to improve vaccine coverage of pregnant women in Aotearoa New Zealand

Making Education Easy

From Māori Health Review Issue 106
Authors:
  • Macredie F et al.
Summary:

Healthcare professionals need to proactively engage with pregnant women regarding maternal immunisation and collaborate in service delivery, according to a survey of individuals from the vaccination workforce. Interview participants (n = 6) were involved in education, certification and supporting vaccinators, high-level strategising, and vaccination. They noted that interventions must emphasise the importance of maternal immunisation, promote collaboration and innovation, make interventions accessible, and empower Māori- and Pacific-driven avenues to vaccination. Participants identified the importance of building and maintaining trust, and affording women time and autonomy in vaccination.

Comment:
Two great papers providing practical information for clinicians and services who aspire to protect hapu māmā equitably.
Reference: J Prim Health Care. 2023;15(3):230- 237.
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Independent commentary by Dr. Matire Hardwood

Dr Matire Harwood (Ngapuhi) has worked in Hauora Māori, primary health and rehabilitation settings as clinician and researcher since graduating from Auckland Medical School in 1994. She also holds positions on a number of boards, committees and advisory groups including the Health Research Council. Matire lives in Auckland with her whānau including partner Haunui and two young children Te Rangiura and Waimarie.

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