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Influenza Vaccination Practices and Perceptions Among Young Athletes: A Cross-Sectional Study in Greece
Dimitrios Lamprinos1, Maria Vroulou1, Michail Chatzopoulos1
1Emergency Care Department, Laiko General Hospital, 11527 Athens, Greece.
Vaccines
|August 29, 2024
Summary
Young athletes show low influenza vaccination rates, with many citing lack of time and perceived low risk. Increased information from health professionals is key to improving flu vaccine uptake in sports.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Influenza vaccination is critical for athletes' health and performance.
- This study investigates influenza vaccination practices in young athletes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore current influenza vaccination status among young athletes.
- To identify barriers and facilitators influencing vaccination decisions.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted.
- 138 students from the National School of Sports in Greece completed a questionnaire survey.
- Data collected between April and May 2023.
Main Results:
- Only 12.3% of athletes were vaccinated for the 2022-2023 influenza season.
- Key barriers included lack of time (40.6%) and underestimation of influenza severity (36.2%).
- A significant majority (79%) desired more information on influenza vaccination.
Conclusions:
- Low influenza vaccination coverage exists among young athletes.
- A need for structured information programs from healthcare providers and coaches is evident.
- Targeted educational interventions can enhance vaccine acceptance in this population.
