Table 2.
Comparison of ANC and EPI-based LLIN distribution in African countries
| ANC | EPI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Policy and implementation | |||
| Countries with a reported distribution policy | 33 | 25 | |
| Average years between policy and implementation | 2.3 | 2.7 | |
| Proportion of LLINs distributed via each channel | |||
| Proportion of total LLINs distributed through the channel (%) | 9 | 4 | |
| Distribution channel availability ratio | ANC (%) | DTP1 (%) | Measles (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Availability ratio | 55 | 34b | 37c |
| Missed opportunities through channela | 45 | 66b | 63c |
aThe proportion of reported women attending ANC or children attending EPI for whom an LLIN was not available
bRatio calculated using the number of children who received DTP 1 vaccination as the denominator
cRatio calculated using the number of children who received Measles vaccination as the denominator