Healthcare workers who received an influenza vaccine missed fewer days of work compared to non-vaccinated peers (1.74 vs 2.71 days/person). The study took place at a large Italian hospital that employed approximately 5,300 healthcare workers. The researchers examined a severe influenza season (2017/2018) as well as three moderate flu seasons (2010-2013).
Full Citation:
Gianino MM, Kakaa O, Politano G et al.. 2021. Severe and moderate seasonal influenza epidemics among Italian healthcare workers: A comparison of the excess of absenteeism. Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses. 15(1).
Title of Article: Severe and moderate seasonal influenza epidemics among Italian healthcare workers: A comparison of the excess of absenteeism
Author(s): Gianino MM, Kakaa O, Politano G et al.
Publication Year: 2021
Publication Name: Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses
Publication Volume: 15(1)
Publication Source URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32666696/
DOI (Digital Object Identifier): 10.1111/irv.12777
Topics: Health System Strengthening
Disease Vaccines: Influenza
Countries: Italy
WHO Regions: Europe