PSNC reassures on seasonal flu vaccine stocks

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.

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A Content Analysis of Newspaper Coverage of the Seasonal Flu Vaccine in Ontario, Canada, October 2001 to March 2011

Journal of Health Communication ◽

10.1080/10810730.2016.1222038 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 21 (10) ◽

pp. 1088-1097 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

Samantha B. Meyer ◽

Stephanie K. Lu ◽

Laurie Hoffman-Goetz ◽

Bryan Smale ◽

Heather MacDougall ◽

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Keyword(s):

Content Analysis ◽

Newspaper Coverage ◽

Seasonal Flu ◽

Flu Vaccine

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Perspectives of Pulmonologists on the 2009-2010 H1N1 Vaccination Effort

Pulmonary Medicine ◽

10.1155/2012/306207 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 2012 ◽

pp. 1-6

Author(s):

Sarah J. Clark ◽

Anne E. Cowan ◽

Pascale M. Wortley

Keyword(s):

Seasonal Influenza ◽

Response Rate ◽

Influenza Pandemic ◽

National Sample ◽

H1n1 Vaccine ◽

Vaccine Recommendations ◽

Seasonal Flu ◽

Flu Vaccine ◽

Vaccination Campaigns ◽

Mailed Survey

Persons with high-risk conditions such as asthma were a target group for H1N1 vaccine recommendations. We conducted a mailed survey of a national sample of pulmonologists to understand their participation in the 2009-2010 H1N1 vaccine campaign. The response rate was 59%. The majority of pulmonologists strongly recommended H1N1 vaccine for children (73%) and adults aged 25–64 years (51%). Only 60% of respondents administered H1N1 vaccine in their practice compared to 87% who offered seasonal influenza vaccine. Other than vaccine supply, respondents who provided H1N1 vaccine reported few logistical problems. Two-thirds of respondents would be very likely to vaccinate during a future influenza pandemic; this rate was higher among those who provided H1N1 vaccine and/or seasonal flu vaccine. In total, the H1N1 vaccine-related experiences of pulmonologists seemed to be positive. However, additional efforts are needed to increase participation in future pandemic vaccination campaigns.

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Should safety of the flu vaccine for cancer patients be reexamined?

F1000Research ◽

10.12688/f1000research.13428.1 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 7 ◽

pp. 1 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Slobodan Paessler ◽

Veljko Veljkovic

Keyword(s):

Experimental Data ◽

Cell Proliferation ◽

Influenza Vaccine ◽

Cancer Patients ◽

Influenza Infection ◽

Cell Proliferation And Migration ◽

Seasonal Flu ◽

Flu Vaccine ◽

And Migration ◽

Proliferation And Migration

Seasonal flu vaccine is recommended as the best protection for cancer patients against influenza infection. Recent in silico and experimental data suggest that antibodies elicited with influenza vaccine could activate bradykinin receptor B2-associated signaling pathway, which is also involved in cell proliferation and migration of tumor cells. These results point to an urgent need for the reexamination of safety of influenza vaccine(s) in cancer patients.

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Seasonal Flu Vaccine Recs for Kids Updated

Family Practice News ◽

10.1016/s0300-7073(10)70758-1 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 40 (12) ◽

pp. 30-31

Author(s):

SHARON WORCESTER

Keyword(s):

Seasonal Flu ◽

Flu Vaccine

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New plan to increase uptake of seasonal flu vaccine published

Primary Health Care ◽

10.7748/phc2011.07.21.6.5.p5771 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 21 (6) ◽

pp. 5-5

Keyword(s):

Seasonal Flu ◽

Flu Vaccine

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Factors Associated With Emergency Medical Services Providers’ Acceptance of the Seasonal Influenza Vaccine

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness ◽

10.1017/dmp.2021.44 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-6

Author(s):

Andrew J. Rosenblum ◽

Christopher M. Wend ◽

Ruthe Huang ◽

Scott Spangler ◽

Daniel J. Barnett ◽

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Keyword(s):

Influenza Vaccination ◽

Emergency Medical Services ◽

Seasonal Influenza ◽

Full Range ◽

Medical Services ◽

Vaccine Acceptance ◽

Emergency Medical ◽

Primary Prevention Strategy ◽

Seasonal Flu ◽

Flu Vaccine

Abstract Objective: Influenza vaccination remains the most effective primary prevention strategy for seasonal influenza. This research explores the percentage of emergency medical services (EMS) clinicians who received the seasonal flu vaccine in a given year, along with their reasons for vaccine acceptance and potential barriers. Methods: A survey was distributed to all EMS clinicians in Virginia during the 2018-2019 influenza season. The primary outcome was vaccination status. Secondary outcomes were attitudes and perceptions toward influenza vaccination, along with patient care behaviors when treating an influenza patient. Results: Ultimately, 2796 EMS clinicians throughout Virginia completed the survey sufficiently for analysis. Participants were mean 43.5 y old, 60.7% male, and included the full range of certifications. Overall, 79.4% of surveyed EMS clinicians received a seasonal flu vaccine, 74% had previously had the flu, and 18% subjectively reported previous side effects from the flu vaccine. Overall, 54% of respondents believed their agency has influenza or respiratory specific plans or procedures. Conclusions: In a large, state-wide survey of EMS clinicians, overall influenza vaccination coverage was 79.4%. Understanding the underlying beliefs of EMS clinicians remains a critical priority for protecting these frontline clinicians. Agencies should consider practical policies, such as on-duty vaccination, to increase uptake.

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