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An Optimized Hemagglutination Inhibition (HI) Assay to Quantify Influenza-specific Antibody Titers
Published on: December 1, 2017
[Flu vaccination in healthcare workers]
Adriana del Villar-Belzunce1, Ma Jesús Hernández-Navarrete, Carlos Lapresta-Moros
1Servicio de Medicina Preventiva y Salud Pública, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, España.
Enfermedades Infecciosas Y Microbiologia Clinica
|March 28, 2007
Summary
Healthcare worker influenza vaccination coverage shows an increasing trend over time. Medical staff and residents achieved the highest vaccination rates in recent seasons studied.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Infectious Disease Prevention
Background:
- Healthcare workers (HCWs) are critical for patient care.
- Understanding vaccination trends in HCWs is vital for infection control.
- Influenza vaccination is a key preventive measure for HCWs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze yearly influenza vaccination coverage trends among healthcare workers.
- To identify trends in vaccination coverage across different professional categories.
Main Methods:
- A 15-season (1990-2005) cross-sectional epidemiological study was conducted.
- Annual vaccination coverage was estimated overall and by professional category.
- Statistical analysis included chi-square and Mantel-Haenszel tests for linear trend.
Main Results:
- Vaccination coverage demonstrated a positive increasing trend throughout the study period.
- Peak coverage occurred in the 2003-04 (15.9%) and 2005-06 (16.3%) seasons.
- Medical staff and residents exhibited the highest coverage rates, reaching 30.1%.
Conclusions:
- Influenza vaccination coverage among healthcare workers has shown a consistent upward trend.
- Continued efforts may be needed to further improve vaccination rates in this population.
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