The impact of different initiatives aiming at improving influenza immunisation rates among Medical Residents (MRs) at an Italian teaching hospital was investigated. Several interventions were implemented throughout the 2015–16 and 2016–17 influenza seasons, including ambulatory doubling where vaccination was provided, ambulatory opening hour extension, email invites, educational materials, forum theatre, and vaccine campaign conference. Furthermore, the OSV was carried out in 2016–17: MRs who travel to certain wards and provide influenza immunisation counselling before vaccinating the staff. In 2015–16 and 2016–17, 99/1041 and 184/1013 MRs received the vaccine, respectively. There was a significant disparity between the three specialty areas and the years of residence. Infectious Diseases, Paediatrics, Haematology, and Hygiene MRs had the most coverage throughout the 2016–2017 season. The greatest increase in coverage was observed among MRs in Pneumology and Geriatrics. Following the application of these measures, there is a substantial rise in immunisation rate among MRs, according to the study.
Significant differences were discovered between the three specialty areas and the years of residence. Infectious Diseases, Paediatrics, Haematology, and Hygiene MRs had the highest coverage in the 2016–2017 season. The greatest increase in coverage was seen among MRs in Pneumology and Geriatrics. Even while significant disparities across specialties remain, the coverage rate has risen. The study found a substantial rise in immunisation rates among MRs following the deployment of these measures.
Reference:https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/21645515.2018.1556076
