Evolution and regional differences in the supportive environment for influenza vaccination among the elderly population in China.
10.3760/cma.j.cn112150-20230613-00463
- VernacularTitle:中国老年人群流感疫苗接种支持性环境演变及地区差异
- Author:
Ping LI
1
;
Zheng LIU
1
;
Rui SHAN
1
;
Zi Yan CHEN
1
;
Jian Nan XU
1
;
Wang Nan CAO
1
;
Fu Qiang CUI
1
Author Information
1. School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Humans;
Aged;
Health Status Disparities;
Influenza, Human/prevention & control*;
China;
Cities;
Vaccination
- From:
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine
2023;57(12):2064-2067
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Seasonal influenza leads to a significant disease burden, and older people infected with influenza are susceptible to various complications. Influenza immunization can prevent infection effectively and significantly reduce the risk of complications and severe cases. Creating a supportive environment for vaccination is crucial in advancing the influenza vaccination rate among the elderly population. In China, the present environment for supporting influenza vaccinations among the elderly is primarily comprised of policies for free vaccination and expense reimbursement, which exhibit noteworthy regional variations across cities and regions. This study systematically analyses the supportive environment and regional disparities associated with influenza vaccination among the elderly in China. It aims to comprehend the opportunities for influenza prevention and control resulting from the current background of influenza vaccination and to identify potential health inequality challenges caused by regional differences. The findings should inform the introduction of relevant national policies and programs to protect the health and well-being of the elderly population.
