Declining Influenza Vaccination Coverage among Nurses, Hong Kong, 2006–2012
Seasonal influenza vaccination of nurses in Hong Kong fell from 57% in 2005 to 24% in 2012, paralleling concern for adverse reactions associated with vaccination. Decreased acceptance of vaccination was most prominent among nurses who had less work experience and more frequent contact with patients.
Main Authors: | Shui Shan Lee, Ngai Sze Wong, Sing Lee |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2013-10-01
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Series: | Emerging Infectious Diseases |
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Online Access: | https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/19/10/13-0195_article |
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