This indicator reflects the proportion of live births within the past three years that were delivered to mothers who received
two or more doses of tetanus toxoid vaccine during their pregnancy. It serves as a crucial measure of maternal health services and the effectiveness of prenatal care in preventing neonatal tetanus, a serious and often fatal condition. By focusing on the lowest performing quartile, this metric highlights disparities in immunization access and healthcare quality, particularly in underserved regions. Understanding this data can guide public health initiatives to enhance vaccination coverage, educate communities about the importance of maternal vaccination, and ultimately improve health outcomes for both mothers and their newborns.
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