Factors Related To Poor Utilization Of Immunization Among Children Under Five Years In Muramba Health Centre Iii, In Kisoro District

ABSTRACT Background: Despite increase in global immunization coverage, many children around the world especially in developing countries still left unimmunized. In 2008, 17% of children under one five years in low- and middle-income countries die because of vaccine preventable diseases before they reach their fifth birthdays. Immunizable diseases account for 22% of under-five deaths in Nigeria and poor knowledge and attitude have been responsible for non-immunization of children. Objective: To assess factors related to poor utilization of immunization services among children under five years. …