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VAERS Bibliography - February 2008

  1. Recommended Immunization Schedules for Children and Adolescents--United States, 2008.   Pediatrics; 121 (1): 219-220; January, 2008.

  2. Meeting of the Immunization Strategic Advisory Group of Experts, November 2007--Conclusions and Recommendations.   Wkly Epidemiol Rec; 83 (1): 1-15; January 4, 2008.

  3. Alberti, K. P.; Guthmann, J. P.; Fermon, F.; Nargaye, K. D.; Grais, R. F.  Use of Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS) to estimate vaccination coverage helps guide future vaccination efforts.  Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg; January 4, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  4. Anderson, K. K.; Sebaldt, R. J.; Lohfeld, L.; Goeree, R.; Donald, F. C.; Burgess, K.; Kaczorowski, J.  Practice and Physician Characteristics Associated With Influenza Vaccination Delivery Rates Following a Patient Reminder Letter Intervention.   J Prim Prev; January, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  5. Bernaola Iturbe, E.; Gimenez Sanchez, F.; Baca Cots, M.; de Juan Martin, F.; Diez Domingo, J.; Garces Sanchez, M.; Gomez-Campdera, A.; Martinon Torres, F.; Picazo, J. J.; Pineda Solas, V  [Criteria for Including Vaccines in the Immunization Schedule of the Spanish Association of Pediatrics.].   An Pediatr (Barc ); 68 (1): 58-62; January, 2008.

  6. Bishburg, E.; Shah, M.; Mathis, A. S.  Influenza Vaccination Among Medical Residents in a Teaching Hospital.   Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol; 29 (1): 89-91; January, 2008.

  7. Boot, H. J.  [Objective Registration and Interpretation of Adverse Events: an Essential Element of Vaccination].   Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd; 151 (49): 2707-2708; December 8, 2007.

  8. Braun, M. M.; Izurieta, H. S.; Ball, R.  Effectiveness of Influenza Vaccination.   N Engl J Med; 357 (26): 2730-2731; December 27, 2007.  VAERS

  9. Cabello, J.; Das, K.; Trick, W. E.; Gerard, M. N.; Charles-Damte, M.  House Staff Attitudes About Influenza Vaccination After Participation in a Clinical Trial to Improve Vaccination of Hospital Patients *.   Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol; 29 (2): 174-176; February, 2008.

  10. Campos-Outcalt, D.  Varicella Vaccination: 2 Doses Now the Standard.   J Fam Pract; 57 (1): 38-40; January, 2008.

  11. Chantler, T.; Pace, D.; Wright, A.; Pollard, A. J.; Yu, L. M.; Nguyen-Van-Tam, J. S.; MacDonald, N.  Uptake and Acceptability of Influenza Vaccination in Day Nursery Children.   Community Pract; 80 (12): 32-36; December, 2007.

  12. Ciszewski, A.; Bilinska, Z. T.; Brydak, L. B.; Kepka, C.; Kruk, M.; Romanowska, M.; Ksiezycka, E.; Przyluski, J.; Piotrowski, W.; Maczynska, R.; Ruzyllo, W.  Influenza Vaccination in Secondary Prevention From Coronary Ischaemic Events in Coronary Artery Disease: FLUCAD Study.   Eur Heart J; January 10, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  13. Crane, L. A.; Daley, M. F.; Barrow, J.; Babbel, C.; Beaty, B. L.; Steiner, J. F.; Kempe, A.; Dickinson, L. M.; Stokley, S.   Sentinel Physician Networks As a Technique for Rapid Immunization Policy Surveys.   Eval Health Prof; 31(1): 43-64; January 8, 2008.

  14. Cummings, J. F.; Polhemus, M. E.; Hawkes, C.; Klote, M.; Ludwig, G. V.; Wortmann, G.  Persistence of Vaccinia at the Site of Smallpox Vaccination.   Clin Infect Dis; 46 (1): 101-102; January 1, 2008.

  15. Delgado Rubio, A.  [Obligatory Updates of the Vaccination Calendar of the Spanish Association of Pediatrics. Should the Association Continue Making Vaccination Recommendations?].   An Pediatr (Barc ); 68 (1): 1-3; January, 2008.

  16. Folio, L. R.; Yao, E. F.  US Military Smallpox Vaccination Program: Occupational Impact of Immunizations on Aircrew in Air Mobility Command, US Air Force.   J Am Osteopath Assoc; 107 (12): 547-553; December, 2007.

  17. Franco, E.; Zaratti, L.; Ambrosini-Spinella, S.  [Is It Possible to Prevent Herpes Zoster Through Vaccination?].   Ig Sanita Pubbl; 63 (2): 191-195; March, 2007.

  18. Gamble, G. R.; Goldstein, A. O.; Bearman, R. S.  Implementing a Standing Order Immunization Policy: a Minimalist Intervention.   J Am Board Fam Med; 21 (1): 38-44; January, 2008.

  19. Ghattaura, A.; Eley, K. A.; Molenaar, E.; Smith, G.  A Case of Extensive Ulcerating Vasculitis Following a BCG Vaccination.   J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg; December 29, 2007. [Epub ahead of print].

  20. Gifford, D.; Bratzler, D.; Mota, T.  Overcoming Immunization Barriers.   Provider; 31 (11): 43-44; November, 2005.

  21. Gnann, J. W., Jr.  Vaccination to Prevent Herpes Zoster in Older Adults.   J Pain; 9 (1 Suppl 1): S31-S36; January, 2008.

  22. Goossens, L. M.; Standaert, B.; Hartwig, N.; Hovels, A. M.; Al, M. J.  The Cost-Utility of Rotavirus Vaccination With Rotarixtrade Mark (RIX4414) in the Netherlands.   Vaccine; December 17, 2007. [Epub ahead of print].

  23. Holm, M. V.; Szucs, T. D.; Fara, G. M.  Developments in Influenza Vaccination Coverage in Italy Over Five Seasons (2001-2006).   Ann Ig; 19 (5): 405-415; September, 2007.

  24. Hopkins, R. J.; Waytes, T. A.; Zink, T. K.   Preattack Vaccination Against Anthrax May Be Cost-Effective in Certain Populations.   Arch Intern Med; 168 (1): 114-115; January 14, 2008.

  25. Huaman, M. C.; Martin, L. B.; Malkin, E.; Narum, D. L.; Miller, L. H.; Mahanty, S.; Long, C. A.  Ex Vivo Cytokine and Memory T Cell Responses to the 42-KDa Fragment of Plasmodium Falciparum Merozoite Surface Protein-1 in Vaccinated Volunteers.   J Immunol; 180 (3): 1451-1461; February 1, 2008.

  26. Isakson, M.; Hugosson, S.  [Acute Epiglottitis Now Affecting Adults Is Mostly Caused by Pneumococci. Important to Observe the Incidence When Considering Future Vaccination Strategy].   Lakartidningen; 104 (47): 3531-3533; November 21, 2007.

  27. Joyce, C.  Steps to Success: Getting Children Vaccinated on Time.   Pediatr Nurs; 33 (6): 491-496; November, 2007.

  28. Kantor, A.  New Immunizations Protect Adolescents.   AHIP Cover; 48 (6): 22-28; November, 2007.

  29. Kumar, D.; Chen, M. H.; Welsh, B.; Siegal, D.; Cobos, I.; Messner, H. A.; Lipton, J.; Humar, A.  A Randomized, Double-Blind Trial of Pneumococcal Vaccination in Adult Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant Donors and Recipients.   Clin Infect Dis; 45 (12): 1576-1582; December 15, 2007.

  30. Kuntz, J. L.; Holley, S.; Helms, C. M.; Cavanaugh, J. E.; Berg, J. V.; Herwaldt, L. A.; Polgreen, P. M.  Use of a Pandemic Preparedness Drill to Increase Rates of Influenza Vaccination Among Healthcare Workers *.   Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol; 29 (2): 111-115; February, 2008.

  31. Liese, J. G.; Grote, V.; Rosenfeld, E.; Fischer, R.; Belohradsky, B. H.; Kries, R. V.  The Burden of Varicella Complications Before the Introduction of Routine Varicella Vaccination in Germany.   Pediatr Infect Dis J; 27 (2): 119-124; February, 2008.

  32. Lima-Costa, M. F.  [Factors Associated With Influenza Vaccination Among Elderly in a Metropolitan Area in Southeastern Brazil.].   Rev Saude Publica; 42 (1): 100-107; February, 2008.

  33. Lina, B.; Holm, M. V.; Szucs, T. D.  [Evolution of Influenza Vaccination Coverage in France From 2001 to 2006.].    Med Mal Infect; January 9, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  34. Marckmann, G.  [Vaccination Programs Between Individual Autonomy and Common Welfare.].   Bundesgesundheitsblatt Gesundheitsforschung Gesundheitsschutz; 51(2): 175-183; January 31, 2008.

  35. McDonald, K. L.; Huq, S. I.; Lix, L. M.; Becker, A. B.; Kozyrskyj, A. L.  Delay in Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus Vaccination Is Associated With a Reduced Risk of Childhood Asthma.   J Allergy Clin Immunol; January 17, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  36. Melliez, H.; Levybruhl, D.; Boelle, P. Y.; Dervaux, B.; Baron, S.; Yazdanpanah, Y.  Cost and Cost-Effectiveness of Childhood Vaccination Against Rotavirus in France.   Vaccine; 26 (5): 706-715; January 30, 2008.

  37. Nelson, J. C.; Jackson, M. L.; Jackson, L. A.  Effectiveness of Influenza Vaccination.   N Engl J Med; 357 (26): 2728-2729; December 27, 2007.

  38. Nessa, A.; Islam, M. N.; Tabassum, S.; Munshi, S. U.; Ahmed, M.; Karim, R.  Seroprevalence of Rubella Among Urban and Rural Bangladeshi Women Emphasises the Need for Rubella Vaccination of Pre-Pubertal Girls.   Indian J Med Microbiol; 26 (1): 94-95; January, 2008.

  39. Ofstead, C. L.; Tucker, S. J.; Beebe, T. J.; Poland, G. A.  Influenza Vaccination Among Registered Nurses: Information Receipt, Knowledge, and Decision-Making at an Institution With a Multifaceted Educational Program *.   Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol; 29 (2): 99-106; February, 2008.

  40. Oke, I. A.  Management of Immunization Solid Wastes in Kano State, Nigeria.   Waste Manag; January 10, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  41. Ortega-Sanchez, I. R.; Meltzer, M. I.; Shepard, C.; Zell, E.; Messonnier, M. L.; Bilukha, O.; Zhang, X.; Stephens, D. S.; Messonnier, N. E.  Economics of an Adolescent Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccination Catch-Up Campaign in the United States.   Clin Infect Dis; 46 (1): 1-13; January 1, 2008.

  42. Poland, G. A.; Ofstead, C. L.; Tucker, S. J.; Beebe, T. J.  Receptivity to Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Policies for Healthcare Workers Among Registered Nurses Working on Inpatient Units *.   Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol; 29 (2): 170-173; February, 2008.

  43. Polgreen, P. M.; Chen, Y.; Beekmann, S.; Srinivasan, A.; Neill, M. A.; Gay, T.; Cavanaugh, J. E.  Elements of Influenza Vaccination Programs That Predict Higher Vaccination Rates: Results of an Emerging Infections Network Survey.   Clin Infect Dis; 46 (1): 14-19; January 1, 2008.

  44. Poulsen, P. B.; Pedersen, K. M.; Christensen, J.; Vestenbaek, U.  [Economic Evaluation of a Tablet-Based Vaccination Against Hay Fever in Denmark].   Ugeskr Laeger; 170 (3): 138-142; January 14, 2008.

  45. Prelog, M.; Wilk, C.; Keller, M.; Karall, T.; Orth, D.; Geiger, R.; Walder, G.; Laufer, G.; Cottogni, M.; Zimmerhackl, Lothar B.; Stein, J.; Grubeck-Loebenstein, B.; Wuerzner, R.  Diminished Response to Tick-Borne Encephalitis Vaccination in Thymectomized Children.   Vaccine; 26 (5): 595-600; January 30, 2008.

  46. Priner, M.; Cornillon, C.; Forestier, D.; Valero, S.; Paccalin, M.  Might Streptococcus Pneumoniae Urinary Antigen Test Be Positive Because of Pneumococcal Vaccine?   J Am Geriatr Soc; 56 (1): 170-171; January, 2008.

  47. Prosser, L. A.; O'Brien, M. A.; Molinari, N. A.; Hohman, K. H.; Nichol, K. L.; Messonnier, M. L.; Lieu, T. A.  Non-Traditional Settings for Influenza Vaccination of Adults: Costs and Cost Effectiveness.   Pharmacoeconomics; 26 (2): 163-178; 2008.

  48. Rao, T. V.; Suseela, I. J.; Sathiavathy, K. A.  Estimation of Antibodies to HBsAg in Vaccinated Health Care Workers.   Indian J Med Microbiol; 26 (1): 93-94; January, 2008.

  49. Saffar, M. J.; Ajami, A.; Khalilian, A. R.; Qaheri, A.; Saffar, H.  Pertussis Seroimmunity Among Mother-Infant Pairs and Infant Immune Response to Pertussis Vaccination.   Indian Pediatr; 44 (12): 916-918; December 7, 2007.

  50. Schmier, J.; Li, S.; King Jr, J. C.; Nichol, K.; Mahadevia, P. J.  Benefits And Costs Of Immunizing Children Against Influenza At School: An Economic Analysis Based On A Large-Cluster Controlled Clinical Trial.   Health Aff (Millwood ); January 23, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  51. Segerstrom, S. C.; Schipper, L. J.; Greenberg, R. N.  Caregiving, Repetitive Thought, and Immune Response to Vaccination in Older Adults.   Brain Behav Immun; December 29, 2007. [Epub ahead of print].

  52. Sheng, L.; Zuo, S. Y.; Xie, J.; Qi, Y. L.; Tong, Y. B.; Tang, G. P.; Zhou, J.; Zhang, D. Y.; Long, C. B.; Du, W.; Feng, Z. J.  Feasibility Study of Enforcing Immunization Certificate Check Before Primary School or Kindergarten Enrollment in Guizhou Province, China.   Biomed Environ Sci; 20 (5): 357-365; October, 2007.

  53. Silverberg, N. B.  Vaccination for Human Papillomavirus, Part 1: Why We Need It.   Cutis; 80 (5): 385-386; November, 2007.

  54. Simonsen, L.; Viboud, C.; Taylor, R. J.  Effectiveness of Influenza Vaccination.   N Engl J Med; 357 (26): 2729-2730; December 27, 2007.

  55. Snape, M. D.; Perrett, K. P.; Ford, K. J.; John, T. M.; Pace, D.; Yu, L. M.; Langley, J. M.; McNeil, S.; Dull, P. M.; Ceddia, F.; Anemona, A.; Halperin, S. A.; Dobson, S.; Pollard, A. J.  Immunogenicity of a Tetravalent Meningococcal Glycoconjugate Vaccine in Infants: a Randomized Controlled Trial.   JAMA; 299 (2): 173-184; January 9, 2008.

  56. Solis, Y.; Bolte, L.; Johnson, J.; Cerda, J.; Potin, M.  [Adherence to Immunization Among Children With Special Health Care Needs].   Rev Chilena Infectol; 24 (6): 485-490; December, 2007.

  57. Sutton, K. L.; Banks, H. T.; Castillo-Chavez, C.  Estimation of Invasive Pneumococcal Disease Dynamics Parameters and the Impact of Conjugate Vaccination in Australia.   Math Biosci Eng; 5 (1): 175-204; January, 2008.

  58. Szilagyi, P. G.; Rand, C. M.; McLaurin, J.; Tan, L.; Britto, M.; Francis, A.; Dunne, E.; Rickert, D.  Delivering Adolescent Vaccinations in the Medical Home: a New Era?   Pediatrics; 121 (Suppl 1): S15-S24; January, 2008.

  59. Talbot, T. R.  Commentary: Improving Rates of Influenza Vaccination Among Healthcare Workers: Educate; Motivate; Mandate? *.   Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol; 29 (2): 107-110; February, 2008.

  60. Tam, D. K.; Lee, S. S.; Lee, S.  Impact of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome and the Perceived Avian Influenza Epidemic on the Increased Rate of Influenza Vaccination Among Nurses in Hong Kong.   Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol; 29(3): 256-261; January 18, 2008.

  61. Terreri, M. T.; Yamada, A. F.  Osteitis Caused by BCG Vaccination.   Pediatr Radiol; January 18, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  62. Tucker, S. J.; Poland, G. A.; Jacobson, R. M.  Health and Safety: Requiring Influenza Vaccination for Health Care Workers.   Am J Nurs; 108 (2): 32-34; February, 2008.

  63. van der Maas, N. A.; David, S.; Kemmeren, J. M.; Vermeer-de Bondt, P. E.  [Safety Surveillance in the National Vaccination Programme; Fewer Adverse Events With the DTP-IPV-Hib Vaccine After the Transition to an Acellular Pertussis Component in 2005].   Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd; 151 (49): 2732-2737; December 8, 2007.

  64. Vandermeulen, C.; Roelants, M.; Theeten, H.; Van Damme, P.; Hoppenbrouwers, K.  Vaccination Coverage and Sociodemographic Determinants of Measles-Mumps-Rubella Vaccination in Three Different Age Groups.   Eur J Pediatr; January 17, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  65. Vien, N. C.; Feroldi, E.; Lang, J.  Long-Term Anti-Rabies Antibody Persistence Following Intramuscular or Low-Dose Intradermal Vaccination of Young Vietnamese Children.   Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg; January 11, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  66. Weir, R. E.; Gorak-Stolinska, P.; Floyd, S.; Lalor, M. K.; Stenson, S.; Branson, K.; Blitz, R.; Ben-Smith, A.; Fine, P. E.; Dockrell, H. M.  Persistence of the Immune Response Induced by BCG Vaccination.   BMC Infect Dis; 8 (1): 9; January 25, 2008.

  67. Williams, P. D.; Day, T.  Epidemiological and Evolutionary Consequences of Targeted Vaccination.   Mol Ecol; 17 (1): 485-499; January, 2008.

  68. Zimmerman, R. K.; Nowalk, M. P.; Terry, M. A.; Raymund, M.; Tabbarah, M.; Fox, D. E.; Wilson, S. A.  Assessing Disparities in Adult Vaccination Using Multimodal Approaches in Primary Care Offices: Methodology.   J Urban Health; January 30, 2008. [Epub ahead of print].

  69. Zodpey, S. P.; Shrikhande, S. N.; Kulkarni, S. W.; Maldhure, B. R.  Scar Size and Effectiveness of Bacillus Calmette Guerin (BCG) Vaccination in the Prevention of Tuberculosis and Leprosy: a Case-Control Study.   Indian J Public Health; 51 (3): 184-189; July, 2007.