The UK is seeing a sharp rise in whooping cough cases, with deaths of infants occurring due to preventable reasons. Maternal vaccination is highly effective in preventing infant deaths, yet vaccine uptake rates have been falling. Various barriers such as concerns about vaccine safety and efficacy, lack of awareness, and misinformation contribute to low vaccination rates. To address this, there is a need for clear communication, education, and targeted outreach programs to increase vaccine uptake, especially in communities with historically low rates. Leveraging technology, policy interventions, and public health campaigns can help improve vaccination rates and protect vulnerable infants.
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As whooping cough rates rise, we urgently need to increase maternal vaccination rates
