What are biometrics and how can it be responsibly used to help tackle malaria?
Used well, biometrics can provide the data needed to trace malaria vaccine delivery, as well as other vaccine usage, verify coverage and reduce dropouts.
Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is a public-private global health partnership committed to saving children's lives and protecting people's health by increasing access to immunization in poor countries. It brings together developing country and donor governments, the World Health Organization, UNICEF, the World Bank, the vaccine industry, research and technical agencies, civil society organizations and private philanthropists.
Used well, biometrics can provide the data needed to trace malaria vaccine delivery, as well as other vaccine usage, verify coverage and reduce dropouts.
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