Analysis of the child immunization coverage against BCG in the United Arab Emirates indicates a steady performance. In 2023, the coverage stood at 95% of 1-year-old children. From 2022 to 2023, the year-on-year variation remained at 0%. Over the previous five years (2018-2023), the compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) was flat at 0%, demonstrating stability. Notably, the variation dropped by -0.83% from 2013 to 2018 and showed periodic fluctuations, with the highest increase (6.67%) occurring in 2015 and the steepest decline (-4.26%) in 2014. The forecasted CAGR for 2023 to 2028 is also expected to remain at 0%, indicating continued stability.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Policy changes influencing immunization campaigns
- Introduction of new vaccines or medical recommendations
- Public health initiatives to increase awareness and coverage
- Potential impacts of population growth and migration patterns on immunization rates