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Using Technology to Affect Influenza Vaccine Coverage Among Children With Chronic Respiratory Conditions

Sarah L Bay, Daniel J Crawford

    Journal of Pediatric Health Care : Official Publication of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates & Practitioners
    |August 1, 2016
    PubMed

    Insights

    Text and email messages effectively increased influenza vaccination rates in children with chronic respiratory conditions. This simple, cost-effective strategy improves public health outcomes for vulnerable pediatric populations.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Public Health
    • Health Communication

    Background:

    • Influenza poses significant risks for children with chronic respiratory conditions.
    • Low influenza vaccination rates (around 50%) leave these children vulnerable to severe complications.
    • Multicomponent strategies are needed to improve vaccination uptake.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the effectiveness of text and e-mail messaging in increasing influenza vaccination rates.
    • To assess patient preferences for communication methods regarding health interventions.
    • To determine the feasibility of integrating digital messaging into existing healthcare systems.

    Main Methods:

    • A single text and e-mail message was sent to patients with enabled preferences.
    • A follow-up survey assessed message receipt and communication preferences.
    • Statistical analysis examined the relationship between message receipt and vaccination.

    Main Results:

    • Over 3,200 messages were successfully delivered.
    • Text and e-mail were identified as preferred communication channels.
    • A statistically significant association was found between receiving a message and influenza vaccination (p=0.027).

    Conclusions:

    • Text and e-mail messaging are cost-effective and well-received by patients.
    • These digital communication methods can be easily integrated into healthcare systems.
    • The strategy is translatable across diverse populations for various health messages.
    Abstract

    Keywords:
    Asthmainfluenza vaccinationpediatricspreventiontext messaging

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