This indicator measures the percentage of children aged 12 to 23 months who have received a comprehensive set of vaccinations by the time of the survey, as verified through vaccination cards or maternal reports. The criterion for being fully vaccinated includes receiving the BCG vaccine, measles vaccination, and three doses each of both DPT and polio vaccines (excluding the polio 0 dose). This assessment serves as a crucial benchmark for evaluating immunization coverage and the effectiveness of health interventions aimed at preventing vaccine-preventable diseases in early childhood. Variations may occur in survey methodologies, with some including children from slightly different age brackets, further enriching the data landscape for public health planning and resource allocation.
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