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Private Pediatric Clinic Characteristics Associated with Influenza Immunization Efforts in the State of Georgia: A

Karen Pazol1, Julie A Gazmararian, Mila M Prill

  • 1Division of Infectious Diseases, School of Medicine, Emory University.

The Open Health Services and Policy Journal
|October 24, 2009
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric clinics that extended immunization hours and allowed multiple vaccines per visit showed greater intent to vaccinate children against influenza. Formal recommendations and vaccine support are crucial for universal childhood vaccination policies.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Public Health
  • Vaccinology

Background:

  • The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended annual influenza vaccination for children aged 6 months to 18 years.
  • Pediatricians play a vital role in implementing universal childhood influenza vaccination recommendations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify characteristics of immunization providers associated with increased efforts to vaccinate children against influenza.
  • To understand factors influencing the implementation of universal childhood influenza vaccination policies by pediatricians.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 35 private pediatric clinics in Georgia.
  • The survey assessed provider characteristics related to influenza vaccination intent and policies.

Main Results:

  • Extending clinic hours during influenza season was linked to greater vaccination intent.
  • Allowing six or more vaccines during a single appointment was also associated with higher vaccination intent.
  • Formal recommendations from ACIP and the American Academy of Pediatrics were deemed important for policy implementation.

Conclusions:

  • Clinic operational factors, such as extended hours and multi-vaccine appointments, can enhance influenza vaccination efforts in children.
  • Provider confidence in vaccine support, including credits or refunds for unused vaccines, is essential for adopting universal vaccination policies.

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