Italian immunization calendar implementation: Time to optimize number of vaccination appointments?

• Main Authors: Andrea Poscia (Author), Milena Lo Giudice (Author), Luigi Nigri (Author), Vanessa Perone (Author), Rocco Russo (Author), Ilia Bresesti (Author), Massimo Agosti (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Taylor & Francis Group, 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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In the Italian vaccination schedule, at least six vaccination appointments are scheduled in the first year of life. This implies more discomfort for both the patient and the parents. This was particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic, during which several appointments were missed. A UK exper...