Seasonal flu vaccination for healthcare workers?

2010 ◽  
Vol 48 (11) ◽  
pp. 122-125 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Flu Vaccination ◽  
Seasonal Flu

scholarly journals Adherence, Perception of, and Attitude toward Influenza and Flu Vaccination: A Cross-Sectional Study among a Population of Future Healthcare Workers

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (24) ◽  
pp. 13086
Author(s):  
Emanuele Chittano Congedo ◽  
Maria Emilia Paladino ◽  
Michele Augusto Riva ◽  
Michael Belingheri
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Vaccine Uptake ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Flu Vaccination ◽  
Seasonal Flu ◽  
Vaccination Campaigns ◽  
Self Protection

Healthcare students (HCSs) represent a target category for seasonal flu vaccination. This study aimed to examine adherence to flu vaccination campaigns from 2016 to 2019 among HCSs and to investigate knowledge and perception of and attitude toward influenza and flu vaccination. This cross-sectional study was conducted among the HCSs of a northern Italian university. Data on adherence, knowledge, perception, and attitude were investigated through an anonymous online self-administered questionnaire. The questionnaire was filled out by 352 out of 392 third-year HCSs (response rate = 90%). The main reason for refusal was the perception of influenza as non-threatening (24.4%), while self-protection was the main reason for adherence (87.5%). A univariate logistic regression analysis revealed some statistically significant associations with the adherence to the 2018–2019 campaign: being a nursing/midwifery student (OR: 4.14; 95% CI: 1.77–9.71) and agreeing with (OR: 19.28; 95% CI: 2.47–146.85) or being undecided (OR: 10.81; 95% CI: 1.33–88.27) about the obligation of vaccination in health facilities. The associations were also evaluated with a multiple logistic regression model. Despite the low vaccine uptake, good knowledge of the risks for HCSs and patients related to flu has emerged. Improving promotion strategies will be necessary to increase the adhesion of future healthcare workers.

scholarly journals Association between seasonal flu vaccination and COVID-19 among healthcare workers

2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (9) ◽  
pp. 665-671
Author(s):  
M Belingheri ◽  
M E Paladino ◽  
R Latocca ◽  
G De Vito ◽  
M A Riva
Keyword(s):  
Influenza Vaccination ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Severe Illness ◽  
Positive Serology ◽  
Large Hospital ◽  
Flu Vaccination ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Seasonal Flu ◽  
Considerable Morbidity ◽  
Positive Results

Abstract Background In next fall and winter, SARS-CoV-2 could circulate in parallel with seasonal influenza. The dual epidemics will result in considerable morbidity and mortality; therefore, influenza vaccination may be essential. Recent studies found increased risk of coronavirus in individuals receiving influenza vaccination. Aims Our aim is to analyse the association between influenza vaccination and COVID-19 in a population of healthcare workers (HCWs). Methods IgG antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 were detected in 3520 HCWs at a large hospital in Northern Italy. For each participant, we collected data on flu immunization status for the last five flu seasons. Logistic regression was used to test associations between seasonal flu vaccination status and a positive serology tests for COVID-19. Results During the last five flu seasons, 2492 vaccinations were administered. Serology tests were negative for 3196 (91%) HCWs and residents and only 21 (1%) people had an equivocal test (12.0–15.0 AU/mL). Only 128 (4%) people received a diagnosis of COVID-19, with a positive swab test. No flu vaccinations for the last five flu seasons were specifically associated with diagnosis of COVID-19 or with positive results of serology tests. Conclusions Flu vaccinations did not appear to be associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Influenza vaccination should continue to be recommended for HCWs and for individuals at increased risk for severe illness from respiratory infection.

scholarly journals Is COVID-19 a Real Incentive for Flu Vaccination? Let the Numbers Speak for Themselves

Vaccines ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 276
Author(s):  
Marcello Di Pumpo ◽  
Giuseppe Vetrugno ◽  
Domenico Pascucci ◽  
Elettra Carini ◽  
Viria Beccia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Linear Regression ◽  
Regression Model ◽  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Vaccination Coverage ◽  
Linear Regression Model ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Surveys And Questionnaires ◽  
Flu Vaccination ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Seasonal Flu

Seasonal flu vaccination is one of the most important strategies for preventing influenza. The attitude towards flu vaccination in light of the COVID-19 pandemic has so far been studied in the literature mostly with the help of surveys and questionnaires. Whether a person chooses to be vaccinated or not during the COVID-19 pandemic, however, speaks louder than any declaration of intention. In our teaching hospital, we registered a statistically significant increase in flu vaccination coverage across all professional categories between the 2019/2020 and the 2020/2021 campaign (24.19% vs. 54.56%, p < 0.0001). A linear regression model, based on data from four previous campaigns, predicted for the 2020/2021 campaign a total flu vaccination coverage of 30.35%. A coverage of 54.46% was, instead, observed, with a statistically significant difference from the predicted value (p < 0.0001). The COVID-19 pandemic can, therefore, be considered as an incentive that significantly and dramatically increased adherence to flu vaccination among our healthcare workers.

scholarly journals The development of a digital intervention to increase influenza vaccination amongst pregnant women

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 205520762110121
Author(s):  
Joanne E Parsons ◽  
Katie V Newby ◽  
David P French ◽  
Elizabeth Bailey ◽  
Nadia Inglis
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Intervention Mapping ◽  
Vaccine Uptake ◽  
Flu Vaccination ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Diverse Area ◽  
Seasonal Flu ◽  
Flu Vaccine ◽  
The Uk

Objective Pregnant women and unborn babies are at increased risk of complications from influenza, including pneumonia, yet in the UK, uptake of flu vaccination amongst this population remains <50%. Pregnant women hold beliefs about risks of flu and efficacy of vaccination that consistently predict them to decline vaccination. This study aimed to develop a theory and evidence-based intervention addressing these beliefs to promote flu vaccine uptake. Methods The intervention was developed by behavioural scientists, pregnant women, midwives, clinicians and Public Health professionals, informed by Intervention Mapping. Six predefined steps were performed in line with Intervention Mapping. Results The intervention is an animation addressing beliefs about risks of flu and efficacy of vaccination. Preliminary testing using qualitative methodology indicates the information within the animation is appropriate, and the animation is acceptable to pregnant women. Conclusions This is the first known intervention for pregnant women, aiming to increase flu vaccination through addressing risk and efficacy appraisals. It has been implemented within seasonal flu vaccination campaigns during 2018/19 and 2019/20 within one geographically and ethnically diverse area of the UK.

scholarly journals Fostering Flu Vaccination in Healthcare Workers: Forum Theatre in a University Hospital

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 ◽  
pp. 4574-4578 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alice Corsaro ◽  
Andrea Poscia ◽  
Chiara de Waure ◽  
Concetta De Meo ◽  
Filippo Berloco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Forum Theatre ◽  
Flu Vaccination

Mass flu vaccination of healthcare workers: not to be sniffed at

BMJ ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 349 (dec10 2) ◽  
pp. g7449-g7449
Author(s):  
W. Daw ◽  
R. Morton ◽  
D. King
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Flu Vaccination

Influenza vaccine uptake and attitudes of healthcare workers in Ireland

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
V Hogan ◽  
M Lenehan ◽  
M Hogan ◽  
D P Natin
Keyword(s):  
Influenza Vaccination ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Vaccine Uptake ◽  
Hospital Workers ◽  
Line Managers ◽  
Vaccination Uptake ◽  
Flu Vaccination ◽  
Irish Hospital ◽  
Local Initiatives ◽  
Specific Barriers

Abstract Background Influenza vaccination uptake by Irish healthcare workers remains sub-optimal despite local initiatives to increase it. Aims To investigate hospital workers' attitudes to influenza vaccination and how this influenced their decisions about vaccination. Methods A questionnaire survey of Irish hospital workers, measuring uptake of and attitudes to influenza vaccination. Results There were 747 responders, of whom 361 (48%) reported having received influenza vaccination. Attitudes predicting vaccination uptake included a belief that vaccination would protect family members (P < 0.0005, CI 1.191–1.739), a perception of susceptibility to ’flu (P < 0.0005, CI 1.182–1.685), a belief that all healthcare workers should be vaccinated (P < 0.005, CI 1.153–1.783), perceived ease of getting ’flu vaccination at work (P < 0.0005, CI 1.851–2.842) and encouragement by line managers (P < 0.05, CI 1.018–1.400). Attitudes negatively associated with vaccination uptake included fear of needles (P < 0.05, CI 0.663–0.985) and a belief that vaccination would cause illness (P < 0.0005, CI 0.436–0.647). Medical staff were significantly more likely to be vaccinated. Healthcare students were least likely to be vaccinated (P < 0.0005). Conclusion Addressing specific barriers to influenza vaccination in healthcare workers may improve uptake.

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