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

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

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 …

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

OBJECTIVES: To examine trends of influenza vaccination in nursing homes before and after
public reporting (objective-1), and to assess the effect of influenza vaccinations on …

OBJECTIVES: Determine whether a comprehensive approach to implementing national
consensus guidelines for nursing home acquired pneumonia (NHAP), including influenza …

Vaccination is a key deterrent to influenza and its related complications and outcomes,
including hospitalization and death. Using 2006–09 data, we found a small improvement in …

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 …

Objectives To estimate the effect of influenza vaccination on hospitalization and mortality in
nursing home (NH) residents. Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting Medicare claims …

Background Recent studies have suggested that vaccination of nursing home staff members
may reduce the incidence of influenza among nursing home residents. Current national …