The role of health determinants in the influenza vaccination uptake among older adults (65+): a scope review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although the burden of influenza infection is the highest in older adults, vaccination coverage remains low, despite this age group being more vulnerable than others.

Aims

Given the current pandemic of SARS-CoV-2, it was the aim of this scope review to update knowledge on factors affecting seasonal influenza vaccine uptake among older adults to strengthen prevention approaches in the context of an overall burden of infectious diseases.

Methods

We searched bibliographic databases from 2012 to 2019. All studies reviewed one or more social determinant of health listed by WHO, or factors affecting the decision-making process whether to accept influenza vaccine or not.

Results

Overall, 44 studies were included, 41 determinants were extracted and summarize

SUBMITTER: Roller-Wirnsberger R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7882864 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature