Adults over the age of 65 are at increased risk for influenza and pneumococcal infections;
particularly those residing in nursing homes (NHs). Despite the efficacy of influenza and …

Objective/Study Question To examine racial/ethnic differences in influenza and
pneumococcal vaccination receipt and nonreceipt among nursing home (NH) residents post …

Background Institutionalized adults are at increased risk of morbidity and mortality from
influenza and pneumococcal infection. Influenza and pneumococcal vaccination have been …

Objectives. We examined racial disparities in receipt and documentation of influenza and
pneumococcus vaccinations among nursing-home residents. Methods. We performed …

This systematic review analyzes research examining racial/ethnic disparities in influenza
and pneumococcal vaccination coverage between White and racial/ethnic minority (Black …

OBJECTIVES: To determine whether the racial inequity between African Americans and
Caucasians in receipt of influenza vaccine is narrower in residents of nursing homes with …

Vaccinations reduce the risk of hospitalizations and adverse health outcomes in older adult
populations, which has led to initiatives such as the Healthy People 2010 goal to vaccinate …

Background The US population is aging at an unprecedented rate, resulting in an increased
demand for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and long-term care. Residents of these facilities …

Studies have found residency in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) to be a risk factor for
influenza and pneumonia and have demonstrated that vaccinations against these diseases …

Racial and ethnic disparities in influenza vaccination among nursing home (NH) residents
are well-documented and have persisted over time, suggesting that new strategies are …