[Vaccination against Covid-19 and Influenza in -Switzerland: Perceptions and Attitudes]

Although vaccinations can prevent severe influenza and COVID-19, coverage in risk groups in Switzerland remains low. We conducted two online surveys among 601 individuals aged ≥ 65 years and 130 health care professionals (HCPs) to explore perceptions, awareness, and vaccination attitudes. 62 % of patients were unaware that annual COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for them and 43 % were unaware of it for Influenza. Only 20 % of patients expressed readiness to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, compared with 37 % for influenza. The most important driver of vaccination uptake was a recommendation by an HCP. These findings highlight the persistent gaps in risk perception and awareness among older adults in Switzerland and underscore the critical role of HCPs in improving vaccination uptake.