%0 Journal Article
%T Establishing a Framework for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Vaccines Targeting National Vaccination Programs.
%A Kang CR
%A Choe YJ
%A Shin J
%A Jeong HJ
%A Kwon S
%A Lee H
%J J Korean Med Sci
%V 39
%N 25
%D 2024 Jul 1
%M 38952346
%F 5.354
%R 10.3346/jkms.2024.39.e193
%X <B>BACKGROUND: </B>The increasing number of vaccines and the complexity of immunization programs, along with continuous changes in the epidemiology of infectious diseases, necessitate a systematic approach to vaccine effectiveness (VE) evaluation. This study presents a preliminary survey to establish a VE evaluation framework in Korea, focusing on the National Immunization Program.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>Experts' opinions were collected through a two-round online survey targeting key stakeholders. The first round consisted of two multiple-choice questions and two open-ended questions. The second round was a quantitative survey with 17 questionnaires based on five domains derived by analyzing the results of the first-round survey.<BR><B>RESULTS: </B>The results emphasize the necessity and urgency of a government-led VE evaluation system and the establishment of a multidisciplinary evaluation organization. Key considerations include personnel, budget, data integration, legal standards, and surveillance system enhancements.<BR><B>CONCLUSIONS: </B>These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, emphasizing the need for collaboration, financial support, and robust data management in developing evidence-based vaccination policies.