TABLE 5.

Results of Regression Model Predicting EIR Use for Facilities in Zambia

VariableEstimate (odds ratio)Robust Standard ErrorP-Value
Organizational
Less than 1 immunization day/week0.820.31.60
Distance from DHO, compared to 1st quartile
 2nd quartilea0.460.15.015
 3rd quartilea0.410.14.007
 4th quartilea0.320.11.001
Behavioral
Weeks since EIR introductiona0.88<0.01<.001
Districtb
 Zimba1.160.50.74
 Kazungula0.970.48.95
 Mazabuka0.910.40.83
 Livingstone0.730.40.57
 Gwembea0.330.17.03
 Kalomoa0.300.12.003
 Namwalaa0.190.08<.001
 Sinazongwea0.140.08.001
 Pembaa0.100.04<.001
 Monzea0.080.03<.001
 Chikankataa0.050.03<.001
 Siavongaa0.030.03<.001
  • Abbreviations: DHO, district health office, EIR, electronic immunization registry.

  • a Statistically significant at alpha=.05 level.

  • b Compared to Choma district, which was selected as it is the capital district for Southern Province and expected to be a high performer.