Table 1.
Universal varicella vaccination programs in the Middle East.
| Country | Dose | Schedule | Implementation date/approval date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bahrain*4 | 2 doses | 12 months; 3 y | 2015 |
| Kuwait*4 | 2 doses | 12 and 24 months | 2017 |
| Oman*4 | 1 dose | 12 months | 2010 |
| Qatar*4 | 2 doses | 12 months; 4–6 y | 2010 |
| Turkey14,15 | 1 dose | 12 months | 2013 |
| Saudi Arabia11 | 2 doses | 12 months; 4–6 y | Childhood varicella vaccine introduced in 1998; made mandatory in 2008 |
| UAE16 | 2 doses | 12 months; 5–6 y | 2009 |
UAE, the United Arab Emirates.
*Identified via gray data review.