Understanding of the immunization program

The immunization program is an activity aimed at an area that requires quick handling to prevent the occurrence of outbreaks (Extraordinary Events). (MOH 2009, page.2).

In Indonesia, the immunization program has been started since the 19th century to eradicate smallpox in Java. Indonesia's last case of smallpox was discovered in 1972 and in 1974 Indonesia was officially declared smallpox-free country. 1977 to the year 1980 was introduced immunization BCG, DPT and TT respectively to give immunity to the diseases of children tuberculosis, diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus neonatorum. In 1981 and 1982 respectively was introduced antigen polio and measles which started in 55 districts and sub-districts known as the Development of Immunization (PPI). (MOH, 2005, p.. 27).

In 1987 the immunization program was first introduced PWS (Local Area Monitoring) as a tool monitor coverage. PWS actually very useful for monitoring the trend of achieving coverage of the program within a certain period and can take immediate corrective action and follow-up. By utilizing the PWS and its follow-up in late 1990 by the National UCI can be achieved early, then followed UCI propensi and district level the following year (MOH, 2007, p.58).

The immunization program is a program that is very effective and efficient and proven by its success eradicate smallpox in the world. In order to target the national and global commitment to achieve eredikasi, elimination, and reduction of Cosmos, the disease can be prevented by immunization (PD3I) can be achieved, immunization activities need to be improved and maintained both the quantity and quality (MOH, 2007, p.58).