Jacobs R Jake, Meyerhoff Allen S
Capitol Outcomes Research, Inc, Alexandria, Virginia 22310, USA.
J Adolesc Health. 2004 May;34(5):420-3. doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2003.08.014.
We examined hepatitis B immunization coverage in states with and without middle school entry vaccination requirements. Hepatitis B vaccination was initiated and completed more frequently in states with middle school mandates, although near-universal coverage was not obtained. Nonetheless, establishment of mandates in states without them could significantly reduce hepatitis B transmission.
