Shefer A, Massoudi M S
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health Services Research and Evaluation Branch, Atlanta, GA, USA.
J Public Health Manag Pract. 1999 Sep;5(5):82-5. doi: 10.1097/00124784-199909000-00011.
An investigation of a recent pertussis outbreak in Idaho showed that WIC participants were less well immunized than non-WIC participants. Conducting immunization status assessment and referral to a provider for vaccination (A/R) in WIC has been shown to significantly improve immunization. WIC files were abstracted to obtain immunization and visit histories. More frequent A/R at WIC has potential to improve the immunization status of preschool age WIC participants.
