Impact of an influenza information pamphlet on vaccination uptake among Polish pupils in Edinburgh, Scotland and the role of social media in parental decision making

摘要: In Edinburgh, Scotland, lower influenza vaccine uptake has been observed in primary school children the Polish community. To address this disparity, Polish-language version of NHS Health Scotland information pamphlet was updated and distributed 2018 to all identified pupils attending three pilot schools. The impact revised evaluated by examining changes these schools as compared a control group schools, questionnaire issued parents explore their opinions preferred sources immunisation information. On average 7.4% (95% CI 1.0–13.8%, p < 0.05) higher which (28.7%) than (21.3%). feedback that 37.3% respondents felt better-informed about following pamphlet. reported most important source deciding whether vaccinate is previous experience. Healthcare professionals were ranked importance when making decision. Parents, who refused consent (n = 65) more likely from social media, friends family, websites with those consented (n = 45). These findings suggest issuing new health literature associated large increase form return rate modest Social media found have greater influence over parents’ decision immunise UK healthcare staff authority Intensive effort required encourage towards where accurate pro-vaccination messages can be promulgated national services independent expert groups. role for migrant communities requires careful consideration, especially programmes not delivered country birth.