Relationship between Mothers' Education Level and Age-Appropriate EPI Vaccination of Children Attending Pediatric OPD at Lahore General Hospital

Background & Objectives: The Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) prevents vaccine-preventable diseases andreduces childhood morbidity and mortality. Maternal education is often cited as a determinant of vaccination uptake,but its local role is unclear. This study was conducted to see the association between mothers' education level andknowledge about EPI with EPI vaccination uptake amongst children attending the Pediatric OPD at Lahore GeneralHospital.Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted over six months at the pediatric OPD, Lahore General Hospital. Atotal of 186 mothers with children under two years were recruited using convenience sampling. Data were collectedthrough a structured questionnaire and vaccination cards. Variables included maternal education, knowledge aboutEPI, and vaccination status. Data was analyzed using SPSS v23. Chi-square test was applied; p