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Study results from M. Mehta et al provide new insights into immunization
October 1st, 2008
Research findings, 'Achieving optimal influenza vaccination rates: a survey-based study of healthcare workers in an urban hospital,' are discussed in a new report. According to recent research published in the Journal of Hospital Infection, "In the USA, more than 36 000 deaths and 114 000 hospitalisations result from the influenza virus annually. Healthcare workers have been identified as a key source of influenza outbreaks." "Despite Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations to vaccinate all healthcare workers, the rate remains low. A survey-based investigation of influenza vaccination rates and related factors was carried out in an urban...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-10-01)
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