This study investigates the effectiveness of an educational intervention aimed at enhancing parental knowledge regarding immunization. With vaccination being a critical public health measure, parental awareness and understanding play a pivotal role in ensuring high immunization rates and protecting community health. The educational intervention targeted parents with children of vaccination age and utilized interactive workshops, informational materials, and one-on-one consultations to disseminate essential information about vaccines, their benefits, and safety. A pre- and post-intervention assessment was conducted to measure changes in parental knowledge and attitudes towards immunization. The findings highlight the significant impact of the educational intervention in improving parental awareness, dispelling misconceptions, and fostering positive attitudes towards vaccination. By empowering parents with accurate information and resources, this intervention contributes to the promotion of immunization uptake and strengthens public health efforts to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases.

Immunization, Parental Knowledge, Educational Intervention

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