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Vaccination as a Tool to Prevent Antimicrobial Resistance: Challenges and Opportunities in Belgium

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Vaccination is one of the most effective preventive healthcare measures, offering significant potential to reduce antimicrobial resistance (AMR).Despite this, Belgium faces systemic challenges in fully integrating vaccination into its healthcare ecosystem.These challenges include fragmented data infrastructure, inequitable access to vaccines, and a lack of coordination among stakeholders.The present white paper highlights the issues raised during an expert roundtable discussion conducted at the European Plotkin Institute for Vaccinology, ULB, on November 18th, 2024, and outlines actionable recommendations to address these challenges.By improving governance, fostering collaboration, and leveraging data, Belgium can strengthen its vaccination strategy and take a leadership role in combating AMR.

Source: Belgian Journal of Paediatrics

Authors: Hallin, Marie, Boishardy, E., Commers, Kathleen, Malonne, Hugues, Mambourg, F., Marchant, Arnaud, Struelens, Marc, Teughels, S., Tuerlinckx, D., van Steenkiste, M, Smeesters, Pierre

Language: English

Topic: Antibiotic Use and Resistance

Subfield: Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7137531868

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