作者: Merle M. Böhmer , Dietmar Walter , Stephan Müters , Gérard Krause , Ole Wichmann
DOI: 10.1016/J.VACCINE.2011.04.039
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摘要: In 2008/2009 a nationwide cross-sectional telephone survey was conducted to assess, among other health-relevant parameters, seasonal influenza vaccination coverage. Data from 21,262 household-interviews representative of the adult population in Germany were collected and analyzed. seasons 2007/2008 2008/2009, vaccine uptake individuals aged ≥60 years 57% 55% with underlying chronic diseases 44% 42%. Living eastern part Germany, higher age, medium household income level independently associated both target groups. Healthcare workers significantly less frequently (21.9% 2007/2008; 20.4% 2008/2009) vaccinated than general (30.8% 28.1%). Special effort must be undertaken develop immunization strategies for improved groups, especially healthcare workers.