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Enhanced Antenatal Counseling Increases Vaccination Rates for Influenza and Pertussis Among Mothers: A Comparative Prospective Study Conducted in Greece

  • By

  • A. Drougia

  • F. Ladomenou

  • E. Sourla

  • A. Klapas

  • P. Pappa

  • C. Skendou

  • M. Paschopoulos

  • V. Giapros

  • June 1, 2026

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    Maternal immunization is crucial for protecting pregnant women and infants from vaccine-preventable diseases.

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    In Greece, influenza and pertussis vaccines are part of the National Immunization Programme for pregnant women.

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    Despite national recommendations, maternal vaccination coverage in Greece remains low due to various barriers.

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    A structured antenatal intervention was implemented to improve vaccination rates among pregnant women in Greece.

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    The study aimed to evaluate the impact of this intervention on vaccination uptake and counseling frequency.

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Structured Antenatal Counselling Improves Maternal Influenza and Pertussis Uptake: A Prospective Comparative Study in Greece

  • by A. Drougia, F. Ladomenou, E. Sourla, A. Klapas, P. Pappa, C. Skendou, M. Paschopoulos, V. Giapros

  • June 1, 2026

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