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Table 2 Comparison of ANC and EPI-based LLIN distribution in African countries

From: Assessing the availability of LLINs for continuous distribution through routine antenatal care and the Expanded Programme on Immunizations in sub-Saharan Africa

 

ANC

EPI

Policy and implementation

 Countries with a reported distribution policy

33

25

 

 Average years between policy and implementation

2.3

2.7

 

Proportion of LLINs distributed via each channel

 Proportion of total LLINs distributed through the channel (%)

 

Distribution channel availability ratio

ANC (%)

DTP1 (%)

Measles (%)

Availability ratio

55

34b

37c

Missed opportunities through channela

45

66b

63c

  1. aThe proportion of reported women attending ANC or children attending EPI for whom an LLIN was not available
  2. bRatio calculated using the number of children who received DTP 1 vaccination as the denominator
  3. cRatio calculated using the number of children who received Measles vaccination as the denominator