The most effective strategy for preventing influenza is annual vaccination. We analyzed
2005–2011 data from the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), using Kaplan-Meier …

Introduction Influenza is a major cause of morbidity and mortality among adults. The most
effective strategy for preventing influenza is annual vaccination. However, vaccination …

OBJECTIVE: To assess influenza vaccination coverage among recommended adult
populations in the United States. METHODS: Data from the 1989 to 2005 National Health …

Background Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all persons aged≥ 6 months.
The objective of this study was to assess trends in racial/ethnic disparities in influenza …

To determine influenza vaccination coverage among persons in both targeted groups CDC
analysed data from the 2003 National Health Interview Survey. This report summarizes the …

Abstract During the 2004–2005 influenza season, the supply of vaccine to the United States
was significantly reduced. In response, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and …

OBJECTIVE: Existing data suggest that influenza vaccination rates among adults in the
United States fall far short of the Healthy People 2010 goals and the updated Healthy …

Infection with influenza viruses can cause severe morbidity and mortality among all age
groups. Children, particularly those aged< 5 years (1–3), have the highest incidence of …

Introduction During annual influenza epidemics, rates of serious illness and death are
higher among those who have medical conditions, such as pulmonary disease, diabetes, or …

Abstract Background Since 1960, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has
recommended influenza vaccination for adults with certain high-risk conditions because of …