Community-based interventions implemented in combination to increase vaccinations in targeted populations are recommended on the basis of strong evidence of effectiveness in increasing vaccination rates. The conclusion of strong evidence was based on findings from 17 studies that evaluated coordinated interventions to: increase community demand; enhance access to vaccination services; and reduce missed opportunities by vaccination providers. Community-based interventions implemented in combination involve activities coordinated in a community to increase vaccination rates within a targeted population. Activities focus on increasing community demand for vaccinations and enhancing access to vaccination services. Efforts may also include interventions directed at vaccination providers. Programs usually involve partnerships of community organizations, local government, and vaccination providers. Coordinated interventions may include: client reminder and recall systems; the use of staff to conduct manual outreach and tracking of clients; mass and small media; and educational activities.

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