The Discrepancy Between Influenza Vaccine Recommendation and Uptake Among Healthcare Workers in China: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: Healthcare workers (HCWs) are pivotal in influenza containment, serving as both high-risk individuals and vaccine advocates. However, influenza vaccination coverage among Chinese HCWs remains suboptimal. Existing research is often constrained by limited geographic representativeness or non-robust designs. This study provides a robust, nationwide assessment of influenza vaccine uptake and recommendation behaviors among HCWs in China. Methods: A multicenter cross-sectional survey was conducted in late 2025 across four Chinese provinces (Shanghai, Shandong, Chongqing, and Hubei). A total of 390 frontline HCWs-only those defined as directly engaged in influenza management and prevention-from 48 hospitals (primary, secondary, and tertiary levels) completed validated el

SUBMITTER: Zhang X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12945061 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature