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Influenza vaccination among workers – 21 US states, 2013
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Apr 01 2017
Source: Am J Infect Control. 45(4):410-416. -
Alternative Title:Am J Infect Control
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Description:Background
Influenza illnesses can result in missed days at work and societal costs, but influenza vaccination can reduce the risk of disease. Knowledge of vaccination coverage by industry and occupation can help guide prevention efforts and be useful during influenza pandemic planning.
Methods
Data from 21 states using the 2013 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) industry/occupation module were analyzed. Influenza vaccination coverage was reported by select industry and occupation groups, including healthcare personnel (HCP) and other occupational groups who may have first priority to receive influenza vaccination during a pandemic (“Tier 1”). T-tests were used to make comparisons between groups.
Results
Influenza vaccination coverage varied by industry and occupation, with high coverage among persons in healthcare industries and occupations. About half of persons classified as Tier 1 received influenza vaccination, and vaccination coverage among Tier 1 and HCP groups varied widely by state.
Conclusions
This report points to the particular industries and occupations where improvement in influenza vaccination coverage is needed. Prior to a pandemic event, more specificity on occupational codes to define exact industries and occupations in each Tier group would be beneficial in implementing pandemic influenza vaccination programs and monitoring the success of these programs.
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Pubmed ID:28364911
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Pubmed Central ID:PMC5629007
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